Status:
valid
Authors:
Feer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 12: 610 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832052
Common Names
- Favratia zoysii
- Zoysii Favratia
- Zoys' Favratia
Description
Favratia zoysii (also called Zoys' Favratia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit, and it is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky, dry areas and in scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Favratia zoysii is used as a groundcover, in rock gardens, and as an accent plant in perennial borders. It is also used as a container plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Favratia zoysii has small, white to lavender flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Favratia zoysii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a sandy soil in a sunny location. The plant prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Favratia zoysii
Favratia zoysii can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Favratia zoysii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Favratia zoysii?
Favratia zoysii
What is the common name of Favratia zoysii?
Zoysia grass
What type of plant is Favratia zoysii?
Grass
Species in the Favratia genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,