Seeds of the local Sidr tree

The local Sidr tree, the Hebrew Nabaq. The tree is called Nabaq or Hebrew. The fruit-bearing tree, its fruits are edible and delicious, and considered among the fruits. The native habitat of the tree is the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant. It spreads in different parts of the world. It is a dense, deciduous tree that grows in harsh environmental areas, but it needs a warm winter as it cannot tolerate low temperatures. It thrives in sandy or yellow soils, indicating that Sidr trees are drought-tolerant. Environment: tropical, subtropical, mountainous areas, and riverbanks. Habitat: Levant and Arabian Peninsula. Suitable climate: tolerates high heat, drought, and harsh environmental conditions. Planting time: winter, especially March and April, but can be planted year-round. Blooming period: begins in the ninth and tenth months, with small white flowers leaning towards green. Watering: Sidr trees are irrigated, watered once a week in winter, twice a week in March, April, and May, and three times a week in summer. Trunk: irregular, can be single or branched. Height: reaches 3 meters, and can grow up to 14 meters. Propagation: by seeds or cuttings (vegetative propagation). Soil type: salty and poor. Harvest: Sidr trees are seasonal, harvested in summer. Planting method: seeds take about 20 days to germinate, should be soaked in hot water for 24 hours, and the seeds need to be cracked to allow water to enter the embryo, which speeds up germination. Pruning: should be done severely to promote better growth and production. The Sidr tree has many benefits; its leaves, flowers, and fruits can be used in various medical fields: - Sidr leaves are used to treat intestines, killing worms present there, and contain pain-relieving substances for toothaches and joint pains. - Sidr leaves are very beneficial for hair, used as a cleanser, conditioner, and disinfectant, and have a significant effect on treating scalp fungi. - Its flowers are known to be a favorite food for bees, which produce Sidr honey, one of the best types of honey. - Sidr fruits are a natural appetite stimulant, containing vitamins, minerals, and many carbohydrates, and can treat respiratory infections and strengthen the immune system. - Sidr trees are widely used for decoration, whether in home gardens, public parks, or streets.