Shami plant/shami tree indoor outdoor plant

Name : Shami plant/shami tree indoor outdoor plant

Type Of Seed : Flower

Quantity : 300-400 G

Suitable For : Indoor & Outdoor

Color : Green

Product Breadth : 10 Cm

Product Height : 24 Cm

Product Length : 10 Cm

Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1

Botanical Description :  

Scientific Name : Prosopis cineraria

Common Names : Shami, Khejri (Hindi), Ghaf (Arabic), Jand (Punjabi)

Family : Fabaceae (Legume family)

Height : Typically 3–5 meters, but can grow up to 10 meters

Leaves : Small, compound, feathery leaves that help minimize water loss

Flowers : Small, yellow or creamy white, usually bloom in the summer

Fruits : Long, narrow seed pods that ripen in late summer

Characteristics :  

Drought Tolerance : Thrives in dry, sandy, and arid environments; requires minimal water

Root System : Deep taproots allow it to access groundwater

Soil Enrichment : Being a legume, it helps fix nitrogen, enriching the soil

Cultural and Religious Significance :  

In Hinduism, the Shami tree is sacred and is associated with the festival of Dussehra. It is believed that the Pandavas hid their weapons in a Shami tree during their exile.

Offering prayers to the tree is considered auspicious and symbolic of victory, prosperity, and strength.

Uses :  

Fodder : Leaves and pods are excellent livestock fodder

Fuel : Wood is used for fuel and charcoal

Medicinal : Traditionally used to treat various ailments like coughs and dysentery

Environmental : Excellent for afforestation, sand dune stabilization, and combating desertification

Country of Origin : India