Rare tree seeds - white acacia (Faidherbia Albida)

Common name: Al-Haraz tree Scientific name: Faidherbia Albida Previous scientific name: Acacia albida Also known as: Al-Lah tree - Senna or White Acacia - Apple Ring Acacia A perennial thorny tree that grows in arid regions but is rare. It has a gray, rough trunk that exceeds 10 meters in height. Its leaves are pinnate compound and initially appear grayish, then gradually turn green. The Al-Haraz tree is known for its rapid growth, and it is famous for a strange phenomenon that has led to the saying: "Between me and you, between Al-Haraz and rain." When rain falls and the trees turn green, the Al-Haraz tree completely sheds its leaves and remains leafless throughout the rainy season, then turns green again afterward. This makes it favored by farmers, as its leaf fall helps fertilize the soil beneath it and allows sunlight to reach the ground, enabling the planting of new crops underneath. The Al-Haraz tree is also an important refuge for bees at the end of the rainy season. It has strong roots, and planting it near buildings and fences is not suitable. Rare Al-Haraz tree flowers: It has white flowers with a fragrant scent, forming terminal spikes that exceed 10 cm in length. It blooms from March to September. Rare Al-Haraz tree seeds and fruit: Its fruits are pod-shaped, orange in color, and when ripe, they are twisted. They open up, revealing inside smooth, hard, oval seeds that are brown. Al-Haraz tree planting season: It is planted in two main seasons: Spring: March, April, May Late summer: September, October, November It can also be planted throughout the year in moderate regions, agricultural reserves, enclosed or plastic areas where temperature can be controlled, sunlight is available, or adequate lighting is present. Suitable climate and soil for planting the rare Al-Haraz tree: It is a highly drought-tolerant tree, capable of withstanding high temperatures and frost. It typically grows in plains, lowlands, and river valleys. Method of planting the rare Al-Haraz tree: It propagates through cuttings or seeds, which require treatment as they are hard seeds. Soaking them in water for 24 hours before planting is recommended. The seed tip can also be scratched to accelerate germination, but care must be taken not to damage or touch the embryo inside, as this can kill it. Its benefits and uses: It is planted as windbreaks and for its fragrant flowers that attract bees. Its wood is used in some industries, and it also has medicinal applications. Original habitat: Africa, from where it spread to the Middle East, India, and Pakistan.