Ziziphus Spina Christi, Sidr Tree

Plant Profile

• Maximum Height: 6 to 18 meters

• Canopy Spread: 2 to 15 meters

• Native Origin: North Africa and Arabia

• Botanical Family: Rhamnaceae

• Common Name: Crown of Thorns

• Blossom Colour: White

• Drought Resilience: High

• Salinity Tolerance: High

• Sun Exposure: High

• Wind Resistance: High

• Water Needs: Medium

• Soil PH Level: Basic

• Pest Resistance: High

• Disease Resistance: High

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Aroma: None

Botanical Features

The Ziziphus Spina Christi grows as a handsome evergreen tree featuring an asymmetrical, rounded canopy. It develops a short main trunk textured with rugged, grayish-brown bark. The foliage consists of small, alternating oval leaves that boast a glossy dark green finish along with protective stipular spines. Its dainty white blossoms emerge abundantly in dense clusters, eventually producing fleshy, round drupes that turn a rich brown color when fully ripe and are completely edible.