Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
populifolius
ID:
608200

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 523 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607532



Common Names

  • Cistus populifolius
  • Poplar-leaved Rock Rose
  • Poplar-leaved Sun Rose


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Synonyms

  • Ledonia populifolia Spach [unknown]
  • Libanotis populifolius Raf. [unknown]
  • Cistus cordifolius Moench [unknown]
  • Cistus latifolius Sweet [unknown]
  • Cistus populifolius marianus Willk. [unknown]
  • Cistus populifolius narbonnensis Willk. [unknown]

Description

Cistus populifolius (also called Poplar-Leaved 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 populifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used to make perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cistus populifolius var. major (Dunal) Heywood
Cistus populifolius sub. major (Dunal) Heywood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus populifolius 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 populifolius 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 populifolius

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

Cistus populifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus populifolius?

Cistus populifolius

What is the common name of Cistus populifolius?

Poplar-leaved Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Cistus populifolius?

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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