Farsetia dhofarica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dhofarica
ID:
686535
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jonsell & A.G.Mill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 25: 98 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685868
Common Names
- Farsetia dhofarica
- Farsetia Dhofarica
- Farsetia dhofarica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Farsetia dhofarica (also called Dhofar Farsetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Arabian Peninsula. 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 dhofarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a source of fuel and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Farsetia dhofarica has yellow flowers with a white center and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Farsetia dhofarica is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to the Arabian Peninsula. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Farsetia dhofarica
Farsetia dhofarica can be found in the Dhofar region of Oman.
Farsetia dhofarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Farsetia dhofarica?
Farsetia dhofarica
What is the common name of Farsetia dhofarica?
Dhofar Farsetia
What is the natural habitat of Farsetia dhofarica?
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-2807718: Based on the initial data import
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
Bengt Edvard Jonsell (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jonsell' in the authors string.