Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
fontanesii
ID:
718113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 15 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717446



Common Names

  • Fontanes' Rock Rose
  • Fontanes' Sun Rose
  • Fontanes' Crimson Sun Rose


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Description

Helianthemum fontanesii (also called Fontanes' Rockrose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum fontanesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and as an erosion control plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum fontanesii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum fontanesii is a low-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 50 cm in height. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky areas. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a sandy mixture.

Where to Find Helianthemum fontanesii

Helianthemum fontanesii can be found in the Canary Islands.

Helianthemum fontanesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum fontanesii?

Helianthemum fontanesii

What is the common name of Helianthemum fontanesii?

Fontanes' rockrose

What is the family of Helianthemum fontanesii?

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:168869-1: Based on the initial data import