Whitex tree seed

The whitex is a flowering and eye-catching shrub that blooms almost year-round, easy to cultivate, fast-growing, attracts butterflies and bees, and closely resembles the Kaf Meryem tree. Other names: Lagnodi, Sangari, Genda Vasi, Meryem's Hand, Coastal Vitex. Native to: Australia, tropical Africa. Flowers: resemble lavender flowers and appear in long clusters about 18 cm in length, with purple and violet colors. Leaves: shaped like opposite blades divided into three parts, containing essential oil, aromatic, insect-repellent, and mosquito-repellent. Height: can reach up to 5 meters. Cultivation of whitex and environmental conditions: whitex tolerates dry climatic conditions and can be grown in any moderate climate conditions such as greenhouses. Soil and fertilizer: grows in any well-drained soil, preferably sandy and rich in complete nutrients for cultivation, whether acidic or alkaline. Fertilize twice a year, considering the plant's needs for fertilization frequency. Watering method: initially irrigated heavily after germination, then watering is reduced, and it is considered drought-tolerant. Sun exposure: full sun. Propagation: by seeds. Planting time: can be planted at any time of the year outside these weather and climatic conditions inside greenhouses. Flowering time: whitex is characterized by a long flowering period, up to 10 months. Benefits and uses of whitex: leaves are used for treating some diseases. Planted for shade and to decorate public and home gardens. Windbreaks and sand particle barriers.