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Spring–Summer
Rock Rose
Cistus × purpureus
Family: Cistaceae
Earthy & Warmlabdanumwarm resin
SeasonSpring–Summer
OriginMediterranean
IntensityStrong
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Earthy & Warm · Spring–Summer bloomer
Rock rose exudes labdanum resin from its leaves in summer heat, one of the oldest perfumery ingredients, while producing crinkled papery flowers in white and pink that last just one day.
Symbolism & Meaning
popular favour, adaptability
In the Victorian language of flowers, rock rose means “Popular favour”.
Habitat & Environment
Mediterranean
Rock Rose is native to Mediterranean.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameCistus × purpureus
- FamilyCistaceae
- Native ToMediterranean
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Summer
- LifespanPerennial
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