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Cistus salviifolius  L.
Sage leaf rockrose,   Salvia cistus
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Cistus salviifolius is a shrub (stem succulent) that is not native to California.
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Genus: Cistus
Family: Cistaceae  
Category: angiosperm  
PLANTS group:Dicot
Jepson eFlora section: eudicot

Name Status:
Accepted by JEF + PLANTS + POWO

Alternate Names:
JEFCistus salvifolius
Information about  Cistus salviifolius from other sources

[Wikipedia] Etymology: The genus name Cistus derives from the Ancient Greek words kisthos meaning basket, while the species name salviifolius refers the wrinkled leaves similar to those of the sage. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)


Suggested Citation
Calflora: Information on California plants for education, research and conservation, with data contributed by public and private institutions and individuals. [web application]. 2025. The Calflora Database [a non-profit organization]. Available: https://www.calflora.org/   (Accessed: 03/28/2025).