Seeds of Tura Al-Nufud herb (silene villosa)

Common name: Tarbeh Al-Nafoud Scientific name: Silene Villosa Also known as: Al-Obaysaa A wild, pasture herbaceous annual plant from the genus Silene, family Caryophyllaceae, with nearly round leaves, short branches, small dense white flowers, differing from Nafoud soil by its horizontal growth and dense flowers with paired petals. Nafoud soil usually appears in sandy areas during winter and blooms in spring. What is the shape of the Tarbeh Al-Nafoud flower? Its flowers are small with five double white petals, blooming in spring. What is the shape of the Tarbeh Al-Nafoud seeds? Its seeds are tiny, black, spherical, and very small. When is the planting season for Tarbeh Al-Nafoud? October and November are the best months for planting its seeds, and it can also be cultivated year-round in controlled environments and areas with a moderate climate. What is the suitable climate and soil for growing Tarbeh Al-Nafoud? It needs a moderate climate during the germination stage and light, well-drained soil. What is the method of cultivating Tarbeh Al-Nafoud? Cultivation is done through seeds. Since Nafoud soil seeds are very tiny, with thousands of seeds per gram, it is best to mix 0.5 grams of seeds with 50 grams of sand to facilitate scattering. It should be watered regularly to prevent the soil from drying out during germination. What are the benefits and uses of Tarbeh Al-Nafoud? It is grown for decoration in homes, gardens, and reserves, and is also a spring pasture plant. Where is the native habitat of Tarbeh Al-Nafoud? Saudi Arabia and Iraq.