Fabaceae / Papilionaceae

Tamaricaceae
Tamarix pakistanica Qaiser
English name:
Local name: Lai.
Description:
An erect tall shrub, growing 2-3 m in height. Branches sub-glabrous to hairy bearing pale or
dark pink flowers, stamens 5, flowers always pentamerous. Fruits pyramidal in shape.
Flowering Period:
August to October.
Habitat:
The species is very common in saline sandy grounds and
edges of slightly saline water bodies.
Uses:
Used for fuel wood, basket making and as a fodder for
goats.
Distribution:
Pakistan and adjacent part of India (Rajhastan).
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