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(Less.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
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wfo-0000049249
Common Names
- Cistifolia Radlkoferotoma
- Cistifolia Rockrose
- Cistifolia Cistus
Description
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia (also called Cistus-Leaved Radlkoferotoma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, toothed leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia is a shrub that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and can help reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia has small white flowers, with a single seed in each flower. The seeds are small and black, with a thick seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall and division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Radlkoferotoma cistifolia
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Radlkoferotoma cistifolia?
Radlkoferotoma cistifolia
What is the common name of Radlkoferotoma cistifolia?
Cistus-leaved Radlkoferotoma
What is the habitat of Radlkoferotoma cistifolia?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Species in the Radlkoferotoma genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,