Cistaceae

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:plant
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cistus_ladanifer
gptkbp:characteristics herbaceous plants
woody shrubs
gptkbp:climate Mediterranean climate
gptkbp:common_name rockrose family
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:cultivation drought tolerant
requires full sun
pruning encourages growth
gptkbp:cultural_significance used in traditional medicine
symbol of resilience
gptkbp:ecological_role erosion control
ground cover
gptkbp:flower_color five petals
white, pink, or purple
numerous stamens
gptkbp:fruit_type gptkb:beer
gptkbp:genus Cistus
Cistus has the most species
Fumana
Halimium
gptkbp:growth_habit perennial
gptkbp:habitat dry, rocky areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Cistaceae
gptkbp:landscape rock gardens
xeriscaping
wildlife gardens
gptkbp:leaf_arrangement opposite or whorled
simple leaves
gptkbp:native_to Mediterranean region
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:Cistus_ladanifer
Cistus incanus
about 10
Cistus crispus
Fumana procumbens
Halimium halimifolium
gptkbp:order gptkb:Malvales
gptkbp:pollinators insect-pollinated
gptkbp:related_species herbivores
pollinators
gptkbp:research_interest plant genetics
medicinal properties
ecological interactions
gptkbp:seed_dispersal wind or water
gptkbp:soil_type well-drained soils
gptkbp:species about 200
gptkbp:threats gptkb:species
climate change
habitat loss
gptkbp:uses ornamental plants
medicinal properties
essential oils