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Haloxylon ammondendron
Saxaul
Scientific Name: Haloxylon ammondendron
Common Name(s): Saxaul
Edible: yes
Medicinal: no
Parts Used: stem
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13 Aug, 2008
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Description: The saxaul is found either as a small tree or as a large shrub with heavy, coarse wood and spongy, water-soaked bark. The branches of the young trees are vivid green and pendulous. The flowers are small and yellow. |
Current Rating: 0.0000
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13 Aug, 2008
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Habitat and Distribution: The saxaul is found in desert and arid areas. It is found on the arid salt deserts of Central Asia, particularly in the Turkestan region and east of the Caspian Sea. |
Current Rating: 0.0000
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13 Aug, 2008
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Edible Parts: The thick bark acts as a water storage organ. You can get drinking water by pressing quantities of the bark. This plant is an important some of water in the arid regions in which it grows. |
Current Rating: 0.0000
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Locations Found
Turkmenistan
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