Quick facts
| Arabic name | الكونوكاربس (الدمس) |
|---|---|
| English name | Conocarpus (Damas) |
| Scientific name | Conocarpus lancifolius |
| Family | Combretum family (Combretaceae) |
| Plant type | Evergreen tree (not native) |
| Height | Usually 6 to 15 m |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
Not recommended for planting
Harvest
Not harvested
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
Dense upright branches, shiny narrow green leaves, and small flowers in round heads.
Where it grows
Planted in many cities such as Riyadh, the Eastern Province, Al-Qassim, Madinah, Makkah, Hail, Najran and the Northern Borders.
Soil
Handles salt and poor soil.
Water and irrigation
Medium. Its roots go deep looking for water.
Climate and light
Handles strong heat.
Propagation
From cuttings.
Benefits and uses
- Quick green hedge and windbreak
- Handles salt and heat
Drawbacks
- Aggressive roots damage foundations, water and sewer pipes
- Takes a lot of underground water
- Pollen can cause allergy
- Makkah municipality and others stopped planting it
Important notes
Do not plant it near buildings. Native trees like Sidr and Samr are better choices.
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: