Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
686566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt. & Hallb

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 26: 220 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685899



Common Names

  • Farsetia macrantha
  • Farsetia Macrantha
  • Farsetia macrantha


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Synonyms

  • Farsetia jacquemontii macrantha (Blatt. & Hallb.) Bhandari [unknown]

Description

Farsetia macrantha (also called Large-flowered 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 macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Farsetia macrantha is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Farsetia macrantha 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 macrantha

Farsetia macrantha can be found in the Arabian Peninsula.

Farsetia macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Farsetia macrantha?

Farsetia macrantha

What is the common name of Farsetia macrantha?

Large-flowered Farsetia

What is the natural habitat of Farsetia macrantha?

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