Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verguinii
ID:
608317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coste

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55: 475 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607649



Common Names

  • Cistus verguinii
  • Verguin's Rock Rose
  • Verguin's Sun Rose


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Description

Cistus verguinii (also called Rock Rose, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas and on coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Cistus verguinii is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus verguinii 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 verguinii 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 verguinii

Cistus verguinii is found in Europe and North Africa.

Cistus verguinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus verguinii?

Cistus verguinii

What is the common name of Cistus verguinii?

Verguinii Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Cistus verguinii?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes

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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