Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
scoparium
ID:
626933

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Millsp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 5: 175 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626265



Common Names

  • Crocanthemum scoparium
  • Scoparium Crocanthemum
  • Scoparium Rockrose


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Description

Crocanthemum scoparium (also called Broom 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 scoparium is used as a ground cover, and its flowers are used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crocanthemum scoparium var. vulgare (Jeps.) Sorrie

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crocanthemum scoparium is a small, white to pale yellow, tubular flower with five lobes and a yellow center. The seed of Crocanthemum scoparium is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings of Crocanthemum scoparium are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocanthemum scoparium 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 scoparium

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

Crocanthemum scoparium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocanthemum scoparium?

Crocanthemum scoparium

What is the common name of Crocanthemum scoparium?

Broom rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Crocanthemum scoparium?

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

Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Charles Frederick Millspaugh (1854-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Millsp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69600-2: Based on the initial data import