Arar tree seeds

Al-Arta, one of the perennial desert trees, dense irregular branching, deep roots, one of the most important vegetation cover trees in the Arabian Peninsula desert, as it provides the necessary food for livestock, and it also helps maintain the balance between desert environmental elements to resist desertification, sand encroachment, and calm sandstorms. Scientific name: Calligonum Comosum Other names: Arta, Al-Abal, Al-Tayb, Arta, Abli, Rasmah Family: Bactaceae Original habitat: Spread in Saudi Arabia, Sinai Desert, and Egypt Flowers: Dense small without petals, yellowish-white in color, fragrant, and its fruits are red Leaves: Leafless Height: Approximately 2.5 meters Arta cultivation and environmental conditions: Arta tolerates dry desert atmospheres and harsh climatic conditions, and can also be cultivated in moderate climates such as greenhouses. It is highly resistant to salinity. Soil: Prefers well-drained, aerated sandy soil Irrigation method: Preferably abundant watering at the beginning of germination, then watering at spaced intervals as the plant strengthens and grows, taking into account weather conditions, soil moisture, and climatic conditions of the plant. Sun exposure: Grows in full sun Propagation: By seeds and cuttings Planting time: From September 9th, and it can be planted at any time of the year outside these weather conditions and climatic circumstances, inside greenhouses. Flowering time: Blooms in March and April Benefits and uses of Arta: Ancient Arabs used it for tanning leather. Used to inhibit the activity of many different bacteria. Used in the leather and clothing tanning process. The Egyptians used it over 4000 years ago to treat certain diseases. It is one of the most used trees for firewood.