Farsetia tenuisiliqua - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuisiliqua
ID:
686604
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jonsell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 25: 55 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685937
Common Names
- Farsetia tenuisiliqua
- Tenuisiliqua Farsetia
- Farsetia tenuisiliqua
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Farsetia tenuisiliqua (also called Slender-fruited 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 tenuisiliqua 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 tenuisiliqua 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Farsetia tenuisiliqua 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 tenuisiliqua
Farsetia tenuisiliqua can be found in the Arabian Peninsula.
Farsetia tenuisiliqua FAQ
What are the common names of Farsetia tenuisiliqua?
Farsetia tenuisiliqua is commonly known as Slender Farsetia.
What is the natural habitat of Farsetia tenuisiliqua?
Farsetia tenuisiliqua is native to the Horn of Africa.
What is the average size of Farsetia tenuisiliqua?
Farsetia tenuisiliqua typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.
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-2807781: Based on the initial data import
Bengt Edvard Jonsell (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jonsell' in the authors string.