Seeds of the herb Al-Raala (Salvia aegyptiaca)

Common name: Rala herb Scientific name: Salvia aegyptiaca Also known as: Qas'ain - Gza herb The herb is a wild flowering plant with multiple stems that rise upward, reaching a height of about 60 cm. Its leaves are dark green, semi-oval, wrinkled, and serrated at the edges. It is a wild plant found in deserts with hard or rocky soil. What is the shape of the Rala herb flower? Its dense flowers are purple in color with fused petals, blooming in the spring. What is the shape of the Rala herb seeds? They are small, oval, and dark-colored. When is the planting season for Rala herb? October and November are the best months for planting Rala 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 Rala herb? Rala herb needs sunlight and moderate weather during the germination stage. With regular watering, it can continue growing until summer, when it is affected by the heat but resumes growth after the weather cools. It thrives in hard soils. What is the method of planting Rala herb? Since Rala seeds are small, it is best to mix 0.5 grams of seeds with 50 grams of sand to facilitate scattering and proper distribution. It should be watered regularly throughout the germination period. What are the benefits and uses of Rala herb? It has multiple medicinal uses. Where is the native habitat of Rala herb? Saudi Arabia and North Africa.