Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
stylosa
ID:
686600

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Narr. Travels Africa : 12, 216 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685933



Common Names

  • Farsetia stylosa
  • Farsetia Stylosa
  • Farsetia stylosa


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Synonyms

  • Matthiola prostrata Hochst. & Steud. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Arabis incanescens Munro [unknown]
  • Erysimum remotiflorum O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Farsetia depressa Kotschy [unknown]
  • Farsetia hamiltonii Royle [unknown]
  • Farsetia prostrata Hochst. [unknown]
  • Farsetia ramosisissima E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Farsetia ramosissima Hochst. ex E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Farsetia stylosa (also called Stylish 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 stylosa 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 stylosa 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 stylosa 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 stylosa

Farsetia stylosa can be found in the Arabian Peninsula.

Farsetia stylosa FAQ

What are the common names of Farsetia stylosa?

Farsetia stylosa is commonly known as Stylish Farsetia.

What is the natural habitat of Farsetia stylosa?

Farsetia stylosa is native to the Horn of Africa.

What is the average size of Farsetia stylosa?

Farsetia stylosa 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