Sage-leaved Rock-rose (Cistus salviifolius)
Cistus salviifolius, Sage-Leaved Cistus, is an evergreen shrub known for its rugose, grey-green leaves and delicate white flowers with yellow centers. It is drought-toler
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Sunlight
Full sun (6+ hours direct).
Watering
Drought-tolerant once established, moderate when young.
Soil
Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, sandy or rocky, neutral to alkaline.
Temperature
Hardy, prefers mild to warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Minimal to no fertilization needed.
Care Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours direct).
Drought-tolerant once established, moderate when young.
Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, sandy or rocky, neutral to alkaline.
Hardy, prefers mild to warm temperatures.
Outdoor
Minimal to no fertilization needed.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Grey-green, Dark green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate, rugose
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyCistaceae
- genusCistus
- speciesCistus salviifolius
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.