Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
canariense
ID:
718016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Pers.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2: 78 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717349

Common Names

  • Canary Island Sunrose
  • Canary Island Rockrose
  • Helianthemum canariense

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Synonyms

  • Cistus canariensis Jacq. [unknown]
  • Fumana canariensis Raf. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum canescens Moench [unknown]
  • Helianthemum mucronatum Dunal [unknown]

Description

Helianthemum canariense (also called Canary Rockrose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has small, leathery leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum canariense is a popular ornamental plant used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum canariense var. subglabratum G.Kunkel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum canariense is a bright yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum canariense is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 metre in height. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Helianthemum canariense

Helianthemum canariense can be found in the Canary Islands.

Helianthemum canariense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum canariense?

Helianthemum canariense

What is the common name of Helianthemum canariense?

Canary Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum canariense?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Canary Islands

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-2842317: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.