Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sintenisii
ID:
608266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Litard.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Corse 2(2): 175 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607598



Common Names

  • Cistus sintenisii
  • Sintenis' Rock Rose
  • Sintenis' Sun Rose


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Synonyms

  • Cistus albanicus E.F.Warb. ex Heywood [unknown]
  • Cistus florentinus adriaticus Markgr. [unknown]

Description

Cistus sintenisii (also called Sintenis' 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 sintenisii 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus sintenisii 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 sintenisii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Cistus sintenisii

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

Cistus sintenisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus sintenisii?

Cistus sintenisii

What is the common name of Cistus sintenisii?

Sintenis' Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Cistus sintenisii?

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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