Cistuses

/ˈsɪstəsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cistus; multiple plants of the cistus genus, or collectively referring to rock roses.

Etymology

Regular English plural of cistus, the Latin botanical name for the genus. Used in botanical and horticultural contexts.

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If you visit a Mediterranean hillside in spring, you'll see cistuses absolutely covering the landscape with flowers—they're like nature's way of throwing a one-day-only party that gets reset the next morning.

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