Seeds of the Anabasis herb

Common name: Anabasis plant Scientific name: Anabasis Other names: Shanann, Tarteer, Al-Ajramal The Shanann plant is an evergreen, dense, leafless, thorny plant that is about half a meter tall and sometimes reaches one meter. Its stems are filled with sap, and it is toxic. Flower of the Shanann plant: Its small pink flowers bloom in spring, and it can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural reserves, enclosed or plastic-covered places where temperature can be controlled, sunlight reaches the plant, or adequate lighting is available. Fruit and seeds of the Shanann plant: Its elongated fruits contain small brown seeds inside. Season for germinating the Shanann plant: Shanann seeds are planted in March and April after the danger of spring frost has passed. It can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural reserves, enclosed or plastic-covered places where temperature can be controlled, sunlight reaches the plant, or adequate lighting is available. Suitable climate and soil for the Shanann plant: The Shanann plant grows best at temperatures between 15 and 18°C. It can live in various soil types, especially clay or loamy soils. It tolerates high salinity, drought, and frost, and is watered regularly. Method of cultivating the Shanann plant: It propagates through seeds, which are planted at a depth of 1-2 cm from the soil surface. It can also be fertilized with organic fertilizer at least once. Its benefits and uses: The Shanann plant has many uses; for example, Bedouins use it to boil clothes because it is rich in sodium carbonate, potash, and other substances. Original habitat of the Shanann plant: It is widespread in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf countries, and various desert regions of the Levant.