Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
motae
ID:
750207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sánchez-Gómez, J.F.Jiménez & J.B.Vera

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 48: 50 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749540



Common Names

  • Helianthemum Motae
  • Motae Helianthemum
  • Helianthemum Motae


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Description

Helianthemum motae (also called 'Motae Sunrose' and 'Motae Sunrose', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum motae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthemum motae has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum motae can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Helianthemum motae

Helianthemum motae can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Helianthemum motae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum motae?

Helianthemum motae

What is the family of Helianthemum motae?

Cistaceae

What is the common name of Helianthemum motae?

Mota's Rock-rose

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

Pedro Sánchez-Gómez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez-Gómez' in the authors string.
Juan F. Jiménez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Jiménez' in the authors string.
Juan B. Vera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Vera' in the authors string.