Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
viscidulum
ID:
718500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov. : 15 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717833

Common Names

  • Sticky-leaved Rock Rose
  • Sticky-leaved Sun Rose
  • Sticky-leaved Frostweed

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Description

Helianthemum viscidulum (also called sticky rockrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cistaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum viscidulum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum viscidulum sub. guadiccianum Font Quer & Rothm.
Helianthemum viscidulum sub. viscarioides (Debeaux & E.Rev. ex Hervier) Guinea & Heywood
Helianthemum viscidulum sub. raynaudii (Ortega Oliv., Romero García & C.Morales) G.López

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum viscidulum is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum viscidulum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seed tray and covered with a thin layer of soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn by carefully dividing the rootball.

Where to Find Helianthemum viscidulum

Helianthemum viscidulum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy.

Helianthemum viscidulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum viscidulum?

Helianthemum viscidulum

What is the common name of Helianthemum viscidulum?

Sticky-leaved Rock Rose

What is the family of Helianthemum viscidulum?

Cistaceae

Species in the Helianthemum genus

Helianthemum inaguae, Helianthemum sicanorum, Helianthemum sinuspersicum, Helianthemum aegyptiacum, Helianthemum aganae, Helianthemum aguloi, Helianthemum almeriense, Helianthemum angustatum, Helianthemum antitauricum, Helianthemum apenninum, Helianthemum asperum, Helianthemum assadii, Helianthemum baschkirorum, Helianthemum bickhamii, Helianthemum brachypodum, Helianthemum bramwelliorum, Helianthemum broussonetii, Helianthemum bystropogophyllum, Helianthemum canariense, Helianthemum canum, Helianthemum caput-felis, Helianthemum carmen-joanae, Helianthemum carolipaui, Helianthemum chihuahuense, Helianthemum cinereoflavescens, Helianthemum cinereum, Helianthemum citrinum, Helianthemum conchitae, Helianthemum concolor, Helianthemum confertum, Helianthemum conquense, Helianthemum coulteri, Helianthemum crassifolium, Helianthemum creticola, Helianthemum cretophilum, Helianthemum croceum, Helianthemum cuatrecasasii, Helianthemum cylindrifolium, Helianthemum dagestanicum, Helianthemum digeneum, Helianthemum doumerguei, Helianthemum ellipticum, Helianthemum eriocephalum, Helianthemum fontanesii, Helianthemum geniorum, Helianthemum georgicum, Helianthemum germanicopolitanum, Helianthemum getulum, Helianthemum glaucescens, Helianthemum golondrinum,

Species in the Cistaceae family

Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,

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