Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauranthus
ID:
608175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Demoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 54: 252 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607507



Common Names

  • Cistus pauranthus
  • Pauranthus Rock Rose
  • Pauranthus Sun Rose


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Description

Cistus pauranthus (also called Pauranthus Rockrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cistaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry and rocky slopes, often growing in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Cistus pauranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus pauranthus has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet smell. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus pauranthus is a species of flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be grown in a potting mix of equal parts sand, peat, and loam. Propagation is done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cistus pauranthus

Cistus pauranthus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Cistus pauranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus pauranthus?

Cistus pauranthus

What is the common name of Cistus pauranthus?

Pauran's Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Cistus pauranthus?

Dry and rocky hillsides of the Mediterranean region

Species in the Cistus genus

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,

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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