Genus Cistus (Noun)
Meaning
Small to medium-sized evergreen shrubs of southern Europe and North Africa.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cistus ladanifer, a member of the genus Cistus, is known for its distinctive resinous secretions that can be used as a fragrance component.
- The genus Cistus is comprised of small to medium-sized evergreen shrubs that are commonly found in the Mediterranean region.
- Some species within the genus Cistus are often used as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive flowers and low-maintenance requirements.
- Many plants within the genus Cistus have adapted to survive in dry conditions with limited water availability.
- Plants of the genus Cistus typically produce showy, five-petaled flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.