Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
propinquum
ID:
626931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.P.Bicknell ex Britton) E.P.Bicknell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 40: 615 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626263



Common Names

  • Crocanthemum propinquum
  • Propinquum Crocanthemum
  • Propinquum Rockrose


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Description

Crocanthemum propinquum (also called Close 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 propinquum 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 propinquum 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 propinquum is a small, evergreen shrub native to the southwestern 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 propinquum

Crocanthemum propinquum is native to North America and can be found in dry grasslands.

Crocanthemum propinquum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocanthemum propinquum?

Crocanthemum propinquum

What is the common name of Crocanthemum propinquum?

Near rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Crocanthemum propinquum?

Dry, sandy or 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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Eugene Pintard Bicknell (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.P.Bicknell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69598-2: Based on the initial data import