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hairy rockrose

Scientific Name: Cistus incanus ssp. corsicus

Family: Cistaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Hairy Rockrose (Cistus incanus)

The Hairy Rockrose, scientifically known as Cistus incanus, is a captivating plant often discussed within gardening and botanical communities. It is also referred to as Pink Rockrose and Soft-Hairy Rockrose.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant's name can be misleading as it's not directly related to roses.
  • Some species of Cistus, like *Cistus hirsutus*, are shrubs.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cistus incanus
  • Family: Cistaceae
  • Synonyms:
    • Cistus villosus
    • Cistus polymorphus
    • Cistus hirsutus
  • Subspecies:
    • Cistus incanus subsp. incanus
    • Cistus incanus subsp. corsicus (Loisel.) Heywood

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean region.
  • Frequently found as a groundcover.
  • Observed in locations such as Giglio Island, Tuscany, Italy.
  • Grows in Israel

Morphological Characteristics

  • Cistus creticus (Soft-Hairy Rock Rose) is described as a low, branched, evergreen shrub reaching up to a meter in height.
  • Leaves are opposite, ovate, and wrinkled.
  • Flower buds are hairy with a distinctive twisted appearance.

Ecology

  • Well known for its showy flower display in the spring.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in specific environments.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Attracts interest from photographers and stock photo providers.

Quirky Facts

  • Despite its English name, it has "nothing to do with rose".
  • The name "Cistus incanus" has been used by different authors in various contexts.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is a community where people share tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
  • dict.cc German-English Dictionary offers translations.
  • Getty Images provides high-resolution photos.
  • Alamy offers stock photos of Cistus incanus and Cistus creticus.
  • PONS provides online German-Greek and Greek-German dictionaries.
  • Wikimedia Commons hosts media files.
  • Fotosearch provides stock photography.
  • Thinkstock offers stock photos.