Cistus x purpureus (Purple Rock Rose)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cistaceae |
| Genus | Cistus |
| Species | x purpureus |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Genus name comes from the Greek word for the plant, 'kistos'. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
| Temperature (°F) | 15 - 25 |
| Height | 1 - 2 m |
| Spread | 0.5 - 1 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | June, July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Cistus x purpureus is a small, bushy evergreen shrub. |
| ID Characteristic | Narrow, dull green leaves and small pink flowers with large red blotches near the base. |
| Landscape | Drought resistant banks and informal gardens. |
| Cultivation | Can grow in poor soils but still requires direct sun and shelter. |
| Pests | No serious pests or diseases of note. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Flower Description | Small, bowl shaped, pink. |
Photographs
Cistus xpurpureus 'Betty Taudevin'.
Cistus xpurpureus var. holorhodos
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