Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose)

Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) green leaves on thin stems in a dense shrub plant.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) reveals narrow green foliage along upright stems in this dense shrub.

Botanical name: Cistus ladanifer

Common names: Gum Rockrose, Crimson-spot Rockrose

Family: Cistaceae

Origin: Mediterranean

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 7-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

It is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its strongly resin-scented foliage and conspicuous flowers. Its long slender leaves, green with greyish undersides, are fragrant in summer, being a major source of redolent essential oils, leaf distillates, and a resin called gum labdanum, used for perfumed products and flavoring. As with other rock roses, it requires full sun in a xeriscape garden.

Similar plants: Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose)


Image gallery: 5 images
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower close up with dark red spots and yellow center
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) flower showing crinkled white petals surrounding a yellow center with red spots.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower with dark spots, close up on thin stem.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) flower with white petals, yellow center, and dark maroon spots.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower with yellow center, close up, green leaves foliage background
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) flower showing crinkled white petals with a distinct yellow center surrounded leaves
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower with yellow center, close up on green leaves.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) flower with white petals and yellow center, surrounded by green leaves.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower with dark red spots, close up photography.
Cistus ladanifer (Gum Rockrose) white flower with prominent dark red spots and yellow center.


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