Cistus × obtusifolius
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A compact evergreen shrub to 1m high, with a rounded habit, and ovate to oblong leaves with blunt, rounded tips. Produces white flowers to 5cm across, with yellow marks at the base of the petals and yellow stamens, in early to mid summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Cistus × obtusifolius (Cistus × obtusifolius)
- Genus
- Cistus
- Family
- Cistaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Cistus × obtusifolius pictures
Distribution of Cistus × obtusifolius
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Cistus × obtusifolius
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Cistus × obtusifolius care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by softwood cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in poor to moderately fertile, well drained soil, in a sheltered position in full sun. Plant out when danger of frosts has passed. Generally lime-tolerant, but may become chlorotic on very chalky soils
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
Generally pest-free
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