Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
jacquemontii
ID:
686556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5: 148 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685889



Common Names

  • Farsetia jacquemontii
  • Farsetia Jacquemontii
  • Farsetia jacquemontii


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Synonyms

  • Arabis heliophila DC. [unknown]
  • Farsetia canescens Merr. [unknown]
  • Heliophila canescens Willd. [unknown]
  • Farsetia jacquemontii jacquemontii [unknown]
  • Heliophila incana Burm.f. [unknown]

Description

Farsetia jacquemontii (also called Jacquemont's 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 jacquemontii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Farsetia jacquemontii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Farsetia jacquemontii is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to Africa. 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 jacquemontii

Farsetia jacquemontii can be found in the Arabian Peninsula.

Farsetia jacquemontii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Farsetia jacquemontii?

Farsetia jacquemontii

What is the common name of Farsetia jacquemontii?

Jacquemont's Farsetia

What is the natural habitat of Farsetia jacquemontii?

Dry grassland and scrubland

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-2807737: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.