Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ordosicum
ID:
1255720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Z.Zhao, Zong Y.Zhu & R.Cao

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 38: 294 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255058


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Description

Helianthemum ordosicum (also called Ordos Rock-rose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Cistaceae family. It is native to China and grows in dry, rocky areas. It has a woody stem, with ovate leaves and small, yellowish-orange flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum ordosicum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It has a long flowering period and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helianthemum ordosicum has a small, yellow flower with a single pistil and three stamens. The seed is a small, brown, three-angled nut. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum ordosicum is a shrub that can be grown in warm, dry climates. Propagation is usually done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Helianthemum ordosicum

Helianthemum ordosicum is native to China and can be found in dry, desert-like habitats.

Helianthemum ordosicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum ordosicum?

Helianthemum ordosicum

What is the common name of Helianthemum ordosicum?

Ordos Sunrose

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum ordosicum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Zong Yuan Zhu (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zong Y.Zhu' in the authors string.
Yi Zhi Zhao (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Z.Zhao' in the authors string.
Rui Cao (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Cao' in the authors string.