Farsetia aegyptia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegyptia
ID:
686518
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turra
Source:
cmp
Year:
1765
Citation Micro:
Farsetia : 5 (1765)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685851
Common Names
- Farsetia aegyptia
- Farsetia Aegyptia
- Farsetia aegyptia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Farsetia aegyptia (also called Egyptian Farsetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Farsetia aegyptia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a source of fuel and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Farsetia aegyptia sub. edgeworthii (Hook.f. & Thomson) JonsellFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Farsetia aegyptia has small, yellow flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Farsetia aegyptia is a small, succulent, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Farsetia aegyptia
Farsetia aegyptia is native to Egypt and is found in the Sinai Peninsula.
Farsetia aegyptia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Farsetia aegyptia?
Farsetia aegyptia
What is the common name of Farsetia aegyptia?
Egyptian Farsetia
What is the natural habitat of Farsetia aegyptia?
Dry grassland and scrubland
Species in the Farsetia genus
Farsetia aegyptia, Farsetia assadii, Farsetia burtonae, Farsetia cornus-africani, Farsetia dhofarica, Farsetia divaricata, Farsetia ellenbeckii, Farsetia emarginata, Farsetia fruticans, Farsetia heliophila, Farsetia inconspicua, Farsetia jacquemontii, Farsetia latifolia, Farsetia linearis, Farsetia longisiliqua, Farsetia longistyla, Farsetia macrantha, Farsetia nummularia, Farsetia occidentalis, Farsetia pedicellata, Farsetia robecchiana, Farsetia socotrana, Farsetia somalensis, Farsetia spinulosa, Farsetia stenoptera, Farsetia stylosa, Farsetia tenuisiliqua, Farsetia undulicarpa,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2807702: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Turra (1730-1796): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turra' in the authors string.