Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
polygonoides
ID:
718344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peinado, Mart.Parras, Alcaraz & Espuelas

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Candollea 42: 361 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717677



Common Names

  • Polygon Sun Rose
  • Polygon Rock Rose
  • Polygon Rocky Mountain Sun Rose


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Description

Helianthemum polygonoides (also called Rock Rose, Sun Rose, or St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cistaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sunny places such as rocky hillsides and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum polygonoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum polygonoides is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum polygonoides is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, Helianthemum polygonoides can be propagated by division of the clumps.

Where to Find Helianthemum polygonoides

Helianthemum polygonoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Helianthemum polygonoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum polygonoides?

Helianthemum polygonoides

What is the common name of Helianthemum polygonoides?

Knotweed Rock Rose

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum polygonoides?

Rocky slopes and cliffs, dry grassland and scrub

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

Francisco Alcaraz Ariza (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alcaraz' in the authors string.
Manuel Peinado Lorca (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peinado' in the authors string.
José María Martinez Parras (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.Parras' in the authors string.
I. Espuelas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Espuelas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932440-1: Based on the initial data import