Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
croceum
ID:
718070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Pers.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2: 79 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717403

Common Names

  • Rock Rose
  • Sun Rose
  • Crimson Sun Rose

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Synonyms

  • Cistus croceus Desf. [unknown]
  • Cistus glaucus Cav. [unknown]
  • Cistus scorpioides Desf. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum apenninum croceum (Desf.) G.López [unknown]
  • Helianthemum arcuatum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Helianthemum bicolor C.Presl [unknown]
  • Helianthemum clausonis Pomel [unknown]
  • Helianthemum croceum suffruticosum (Boiss.) Sauvage [unknown]
  • Helianthemum croceum suffruticosum (Boiss.) Raynaud [unknown]
  • Helianthemum glaucum Pers. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum glaucum suffruticosum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum nudicaule Dunal [unknown]
  • Helianthemum perplexans Maire & Wilczek [unknown]
  • Helianthemum sitifense Batt. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum stabianum Ten. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum stellatum Guss. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum apenninum suffruticosum (Boiss.) G.López [unknown]
  • Helianthemum estevei suffruticosum (Boiss.) Rivas Mart. [unknown]

Description

Helianthemum croceum (also called Orange Rockrose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and small, leathery leaves, and produces small, orange, five-petaled flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum croceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and as an erosion control plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum croceum sub. stoechadifolium (Brot.) M.B.Crespo & M.Fabregat
Helianthemum croceum sub. suffruticosum (Boiss.) Sauvage ex Dobignard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum croceum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum croceum is a low-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 50 cm in height. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky areas. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a sandy mixture.

Where to Find Helianthemum croceum

Helianthemum croceum can be found in the Canary Islands.

Helianthemum croceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum croceum?

Helianthemum croceum

What is the common name of Helianthemum croceum?

Orange rockrose

What is the family of Helianthemum croceum?

Cistaceae

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-2842385: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.