Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
salicifolium
ID:
718386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 21 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717719



Common Names

  • Willow-leaved Rock Rose
  • Willow-leaved Sun Rose
  • Willow-leaved Crimson Sun Rose


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Synonyms

  • Aphananthemum salicifolium Fourr. [unknown]
  • Cistus denticulatus Kit. ex Kanitz [unknown]
  • Cistus intermedius Poir. [unknown]
  • Cistus punctatus Willd. [unknown]
  • Cistus salicifolius L. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum assurgens Dufour ex Willk. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum fugaceum Mill. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum fugax Dunal [unknown]
  • Helianthemum salicifolium intermedium Thibaud [unknown]
  • Helianthemum minutum Schlecht. ex Willk. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum punctatum Willd. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum refractum Friv. ex Hampe [unknown]
  • Helianthemum intermedium Thibaud ex Pers. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum salicifolium intermedium (Thibaud ex Pers.) Bonnier & Layens [unknown]

Description

Helianthemum salicifolium (also called Rock Rose, Sun Rose, and Frostweed, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, bright yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum salicifolium var. securitium Gholamian
Helianthemum salicifolium var. glabrum Meikle

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum salicifolium 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 salicifolium 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 salicifolium can be propagated by division of the clumps.

Where to Find Helianthemum salicifolium

Helianthemum salicifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy.

Helianthemum salicifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum salicifolium?

Helianthemum salicifolium

What is the common name of Helianthemum salicifolium?

Willow-leaved Rock Rose

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum salicifolium?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2842750: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.