Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
argenteum
ID:
626912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Janch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 21: 305 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626244



Common Names

  • Argenteum Crocanthemum
  • Crocanthemum argenteum
  • Crocanthemum argenteum


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Synonyms

  • Halimium argenteum Grosser [unknown]

Description

Crocanthemum argenteum (also called Silver Rockrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crocanthemum argenteum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crocanthemum argenteum has small yellow flowers with white anthers, and its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocanthemum argenteum is a small, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist medium such as peat moss or sand and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Crocanthemum argenteum

Crocanthemum argenteum is native to the southeastern United States, primarily in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Crocanthemum argenteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocanthemum argenteum?

Crocanthemum argenteum

What is the common name of Crocanthemum argenteum?

Silver rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Crocanthemum argenteum?

Dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands

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,

References

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Erwin Janchen (1882-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69582-2: Based on the initial data import