Ziziphus ,sidr tree

Common name: Sidr

 Scientific name: Ziziphus spina-christi  

This magnificent tree was a major source of timber for building boats in past centuries. Its flowers provide the nectar for the finest pale yellow Omani honey. Its Nabak fruits formerly sold in suq and eaten by people. The sidr masaydrani  is a variety of the  same species. Its most important to honey bees, flowers and fruits several weeks earlier, increasing the availability of nectar and, therefore, the overall honey production of the bees.

Best grown from seeds. The seeds should be bruised with a hammer to make germination easier. Once germinated and have reached about 5 cm height, they should be transplanted to their permanent position.