Al-Saudi date seed

Termite pod or termite Kattar, a thorny perennial tree with a spherical crown, its branches are sharp and branched, hanging to the ground, standing on a brown trunk. It is considered one of the best honey-producing flowering trees, and the finest types of honey are produced from it, called (Honey of the Pod) or (Honey of Al-Muriyah or Al-Marwah) the famous. It is also cultivated as windbreaks, wind shields, and for fencing farms. It tolerates drought significantly and is affected by severe cold. Scientific name: Acacia Mellifera Other names: Acacia Mellifera, Barqooq Al-Siyaj, Mimoso Mellifera, Honey Acacia, Kattar Acacia, Al-Dabaya, Al-Dabiana, Al-Dabi, Al-Daba, Sho. Family: Leguminosae Original habitat: Arabian Peninsula, East Africa and South Africa. Flowers: Its flower resembles the flower of the Sammar tree, consisting of axillary spines up to 8 cm long, white to creamy, with a sweet fragrance that emanates at night, attracting bees. Fruits: They have green fruits which turn yellow when dried, with red seeds inside. Leaves: Thin green compound leaves. Height: From 2 to 5 meters. Planting time: Can be planted any time of the year except during very hot periods. It can also be cultivated inside greenhouses. Blooming season: Blooms abundantly from September to November. Benefits and uses of the termite pod: - Considered one of the sources of gum Arabic. - The best types of honey are extracted from its flowers. - Planted as windbreaks and fences for gardens and farms. - Its wood is used to produce charcoal and fuel. - The termite pod is a food source for livestock. Cultivation and environmental conditions of the termite pod: - It is characterized by its adaptation to harsh desert climatic conditions, from extreme cold to intense heat. - Before planting, the seeds are soaked for two days or scarified to accelerate germination. Soil and fertilizer: Tolerant of all types of nutrient-rich soils. Sun exposure: Full sun. Propagation: By seeds.