Cistus ladanifer
Crimson-spot Rockrose
Plant Facts
Scientific Name | Cistus ladanifer |
Principal Common Name | Crimson-spot Rockrose |
Common Name(s) | |
Synonym | Cistus ladaniferus maculatus |
Description | |
General Comments | Sun loving , tolerant of arid climate. Tolerates poor,dry soil, and ocean winds, salt spray and desert heat. |
Origin | |
Nativity | Mediterranean Region |
Height Range | |
Spread Range | |
Flower Showy | Y |
Warning | |
Sunset Zones | 7 : 8 : 9 : 12 : 13 : 14 : 15 : 16 : 17 : 18 : 19 : 20 : 21 : 22 : 23 : 24 |
USDA Zones | |
Leaf Color | |
Leaf Texture | |
Form | Shrub |
Flower Color | |
Flower Time | Feb |
Months | |
Ease of Growing | Average |
Light Preferences | Sun (minimum 8 hours direct sun) |
Soil Preferences | Well-drained |
Watering Preferences | Sparse |
Outstanding Features | Flower : Other |
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