Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
somalensis
ID:
686594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. ex Gilg & Gilg-Ben.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 169 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685927



Common Names

  • Farsetia somalensis
  • Farsetia Somalensis
  • Farsetia somalensis


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Synonyms

  • Cleomodendron somalense Pax [unknown]
  • Farsetia fruticosa Engl. [unknown]

Description

Farsetia somalensis (also called Somali 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 somalensis 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 somalensis 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 somalensis 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 somalensis

Farsetia somalensis can be found in Somalia.

Farsetia somalensis FAQ

What are the common names of Farsetia somalensis?

Farsetia somalensis is commonly known as Somali Farsetia.

What is the natural habitat of Farsetia somalensis?

Farsetia somalensis is native to the Horn of Africa.

What is the average size of Farsetia somalensis?

Farsetia somalensis typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.

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-2807771: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Charlotte Gilg-Benedict (1872-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg-Ben.' in the authors string.