Tamari stricta

Tamarix stricta

Native to:
Iran, Oman, Pakistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Tamaricaceae
Genus:
Tamarix
Species:
Tamarix stricta
USDA Symbol:
TAST3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
600 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Resprouts vigorously after fire; fire can increase density.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, saline, well-drained soil
pH:
6.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
tolerates saline conditions