Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
apenninum
ID:
717967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 4 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717300



Common Names

  • Helianthemum apenninum
  • Apenninum Helianthemum
  • Apenninum Sun Rose


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Synonyms

  • Cistus apenninus L. [unknown]
  • Cistus barbatus Lam. [unknown]
  • Cistus ciliatus Desf. [unknown]
  • Cistus galactites Schmidel [unknown]
  • Cistus helianthemum L. [unknown]
  • Cistus humilis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Cistus linearis Cav. [unknown]
  • Cistus lusitanicus Mill. [unknown]
  • Cistus myrthifolius Lam. [unknown]
  • Cistus piliferus Gmel. ex Willk. & Lange [unknown]
  • Cistus polifolius L. [unknown]
  • Cistus racemosus Lam. [unknown]
  • Fumana polifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum calcareum Jord. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum confusum Sweet [unknown]
  • Helianthemum controversum F.W.Schultz [unknown]
  • Helianthemum farinulentum Lacaita [unknown]
  • Helianthemum hispidum Ten. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum polifolium Mill. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum pulverulentum DC. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum stoechadifolium Ten. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum velutinum Jord. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum virgatum bicolor Maire & Weiller [unknown]

Description

Helianthemum apenninum (also called Apennine Rockrose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum apenninum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and produces a range of colors, from white to pink and purple. It is also a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum apenninum sub. cavanillesianum (M.Laínz) G.López
Helianthemum apenninum sub. masguindalii (Pau) Rivas Mart., Fern.Gonz., Sánchez Mata & J.M.Pizarro
Helianthemum apenninum var. setosum (Willk.) Raynaud
Helianthemum apenninum sub. urrielense (M.Laínz) G.López

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum apenninum is a bright yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum apenninum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 metre in height. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Helianthemum apenninum

Helianthemum apenninum can be found in the Apennine Mountains of Italy.

Helianthemum apenninum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum apenninum?

Helianthemum apenninum

What is the common name of Helianthemum apenninum?

Helianthemum apenninum

What is the family of Helianthemum apenninum?

Cistaceae

Species in the Helianthemum genus

Helianthemum inaguae, Helianthemum sicanorum, Helianthemum sinuspersicum, Helianthemum aegyptiacum, Helianthemum aganae, Helianthemum aguloi, Helianthemum almeriense, Helianthemum angustatum, Helianthemum antitauricum, Helianthemum apenninum, Helianthemum asperum, Helianthemum assadii, Helianthemum baschkirorum, Helianthemum bickhamii, Helianthemum brachypodum, Helianthemum bramwelliorum, Helianthemum broussonetii, Helianthemum bystropogophyllum, Helianthemum canariense, Helianthemum canum, Helianthemum caput-felis, Helianthemum carmen-joanae, Helianthemum carolipaui, Helianthemum chihuahuense, Helianthemum cinereoflavescens, Helianthemum cinereum, Helianthemum citrinum, Helianthemum conchitae, Helianthemum concolor, Helianthemum confertum, Helianthemum conquense, Helianthemum coulteri, Helianthemum crassifolium, Helianthemum creticola, Helianthemum cretophilum, Helianthemum croceum, Helianthemum cuatrecasasii, Helianthemum cylindrifolium, Helianthemum dagestanicum, Helianthemum digeneum, Helianthemum doumerguei, Helianthemum ellipticum, Helianthemum eriocephalum, Helianthemum fontanesii, Helianthemum geniorum, Helianthemum georgicum, Helianthemum germanicopolitanum, Helianthemum getulum, Helianthemum glaucescens, Helianthemum golondrinum,

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