Cistus albidus
Ciste cotonneux
Grey-leaved Cistus
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | pink |
| Flower size | 60 mm |
| Flowering months | April, May, June |
| Leaf type | Elliptic |
| Height | 50-100 cm |
Description
Evergreen. The leaves are densely covered in white hairs, hence the name ‘albidus’, meaning white.
Grows on calcareous soils.
Flowers
The slightly crinkly flowers are cerise-pink with bright yellow stamens. They tend to drop their petals by late afternoon, after the heat of the day.
Leaves
Elliptic oval leaf. Oval, velvety-grey, opposite on the stem.
Fruits Seeds
Capsule: dry, numerous seeds.
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