Cistus monspeliensis
Cistus monspeliensis, commonly known as Rockrose, is a resilient Mediterranean shrub prized for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its high concentration of polyphenols and antioxidants, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to support skin health, provide anti-inflammatory benefits, and protect cells against oxidative stress and aging.
- Scientific name: Cistus monspeliensis
- Family: Cistaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Cistus monspeliensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Malvales. Finally, it is classified under the family Cistaceae and the genus Cistus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Cistaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cistus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Cistus monspeliensis, is recognized by various regional names across different linguistic traditions. In German, it is referred to as the Montpellier-Ziastrose (de: Montpellier-Ziastrose), while in Arabic, it is known as قريضة متوسطية (ar: قريضة متوسطية). Its Mediterranean heritage is further reflected in the Catalan name estepa negra (ca: estepa negra), the Corsican Muchju biancu (co: Muchju biancu), and the Occitan Moja negra (oc: Moja negra).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Montpellier-Zistrose | Wikidata |
| ar | قريضة متوسطية | Wikidata |
| ca | estepa negra | Wikidata |
| co | Muchju biancu | Wikidata |
| oc | Moja negra | Wikidata |
| nb | Montpellier-solrose | Wikidata |
| aeb-arab | أمّ اللّية | Wikidata |
| br | Roz-roc'h-Montpelher | Wikidata |
| kab | Tuzzalt | Wikidata |
| fi | kaitakistus | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across various regions of Southwestern Europe. Its distribution includes the islands of Baleares and Sardegna. Additionally, it can be located within the territory of Corse. The species also inhabits parts of France. Finally, its presence extends to the coastal regions of Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cistus monspeliensis, is a versatile medicinal shrub where various components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The leaves are particularly notable for their aromatic quality and are often collected for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential. The fruits, which are small capsules, also contain bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's overall medicinal profile. Furthermore, the entire aerial parts of the plant, including the stems and flowers, are frequently harvested to create infusions or extracts used in traditional herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cistus monspeliensis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, condensed tannins, ent-13-epi-manoyl oxide, manoyl oxide.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| condensed tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ent-13-epi-manoyl oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| manoyl oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cistus monspeliensis has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cistus monspeliensis has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Escherichia coli, Herpes simplex virus type 1, Staphylococcus aureus, cancer, cardiovascular diseases.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Herpes simplex virus type 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperglycemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |