Seeds of the desert caper tree (wild cherry) Capparis decidua

Common name: Tindbal Scientific name: Capparis decidua Also called: Soss, Sadad Original habitat of the Tindbal tree: • Arabian Peninsula, African deserts, and South Asia. Description of the Tindbal tree: • Tindbal is a perennial tree that reaches a height of four or five meters, with long roots extending underground to search for water, and small aerial roots that enable it to absorb surface rainwater and dew drops. It has multiple thick stems, and its branches are strong and intertwined. Most desert plants have small or spiny leaves to conserve water. Description of the Tindbal tree's flower: • Its flowers are large, reddish to pink in color, with a fragrant smell. Uses and benefits of the Tindbal tree: • It bears sweet-tasting red fruits. • The Tindbal tree is planted in public places and roadsides. • Some parts of the tree are used in medicine. • It is planted as windbreaks in fields and farms. Suitable climate for the Tindbal tree: • It grows in moderate climates. • It tolerates drought. • It tolerates low temperatures. Suitable soil for the Tindbal tree: • It grows in well-drained and ventilated soils. • It tolerates soil salinity. • It prefers regular watering. • It grows in sandy soils. Method of propagation of the Tindbal tree: • It propagates by seeds. • It propagates by cuttings. Timing for planting the Tindbal tree: • From September until spring. Method of planting the Tindbal tree: • Plant seeds in small pots: when planting seeds in small pots, ensure that these pots have drainage holes. • Water the soil. • Keep the pots in a place exposed to light and sunlight, maintaining the soil moist throughout the germination period. Fertilization method for the Tindbal tree: • It is fertilized with PNK fertilizer during spring and winter.