Status:
valid
Authors:
Mill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 12 (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717621
Common Names
- Coin-leaved Sun Rose
- Coin-leaved Rock Rose
- Coin-leaved Rocky Mountain Sun Rose
Synonyms
- Cistus nummularius L. [unknown]
- Cistus roseus All. [unknown]
- Cistus surrejanus L. [unknown]
- Helianthemum arcticum Janch. [unknown]
- Helianthemum chamaecistus Mill. [unknown]
- Helianthemum multiflorum Ziz [unknown]
- Helianthemum vulgare Garsault [unknown]
- Helianthemum vulgare Gaertn. [unknown]
Description
Helianthemum nummularium (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 nummularium 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 nummularium sub. tomentosum (Scop.) Schinz & Thell.
Helianthemum nummularium sub. pyrenaicum (Janch.) Schinz & Thell.
Helianthemum nummularium sub. glabrum (W.D.J.Koch) Wilczek
Helianthemum nummularium sub. semiglabrum (Badarò) M.Proctor
Helianthemum nummularium sub. berteroanum (Bertol.) Breistr.
Helianthemum nummularium sub. grandiflorum (Scop.) Schinz & Thell.
Helianthemum nummularium sub. kerneri (Gottlieb & Janch. ex Janch.) Lambinon
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helianthemum nummularium is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthemum nummularium is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Helianthemum nummularium
Helianthemum nummularium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Helianthemum nummularium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helianthemum nummularium?
Helianthemum nummularium
What is the common name of Helianthemum nummularium?
Nummularium Helianthemum
What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum nummularium?
Helianthemum nummularium is found in the Mediterranean region
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,