A Symbol of Resilience and Patience~The Acacia Tree of the Arabian Desert
Acacia tortilis tree is an incredible desert creature. It survives in harsh and hostile ecosystems and resist the normal weathering conditions but evolves its resistance to the changing climates. The Ice Cream Species of Plants for the Camel and Goat. Part 1
I took this picture in the city of the Alain during my morning walk on the weekend.
I always tried to learn the lessons of strength, patience, and resilience of the plants and animals. See the beautiful and special tree, the Acacia of the desert ecosystem. The botanical name is Acacia tortilis and the local names are Samr, Samur, and Salam.
The blossom of Acacia Tortilis
I’m talking about the Acacia Tortilis (Samr, Samur or Salam), a compound leaf, the thorny and hardy tree of the Arabian desert. Highly resistant tree of drylands and the desert. The camel and goats both like it. Such strong and resilient plants products give camels strong feelings of survival. TERRESTRIAL HABITATS
The beautiful pods of the resilient tree can be seen guarded by sharp spines
A Close View of the Compound LeavesA Hard and Resilient CreatureThe Tree has its own artistic structure, a heart touching beauty. I took this picture in the Alain city
The resilience of the tree in the driest conditions
We must care and respect the nature. The plastics and other rubbish is thrown in this precious creature. It is hazardous and dangerous for the tree health and the environment at large
I’m PhD in Animal Agriculture, currently working as a Technical Manager at Al Ain Farms for Livestock Production, Camel dairying, Alain, UAE. I had performed as a Professor and Dean, at the Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences Pakistan (LUAWMS). I work on and write for the subjects of ‘turning camel from a beast of burden to a sustainable farm animal’, agricultural research policies, extensive livestock production systems, food security under climate change context, and sustainable use of traditional genetic resources for food and agriculture.
Iim advocating camel under the theme of CAMEL4LIFE and believe in camel potential. I’m the founder and head of the Society of Animal, Veterinary and Animal Scientists (SAVES), and Founder of the Camel Association of Pakistan. I also work as a freelance scientist working (currently member of steering committee) for Desert Net International (DNI).
I’m an ethnoecologist, ethnobotanist, Ethnovet and ethomedicie researcher and reviewer. I explore deserts and grazing lands for knowledge and understanding.
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3 thoughts on “A Symbol of Resilience and Patience~The Acacia Tree of the Arabian Desert”
Acacia Tortilis tree is widespread and grew throughout the somali peninsula and east African savanna. Honey from its little white flowers are sweet and one of the best. Somalis called #QUDHAC and its buds are eaten by all animals particularly camels, goats, and sheep. Its dry seeds are aslo cooked and consumed during the dry seasons by the nomad and livestock.
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Acacia Tortilis tree is widespread and grew throughout the somali peninsula and east African savanna. Honey from its little white flowers are sweet and one of the best. Somalis called #QUDHAC and its buds are eaten by all animals particularly camels, goats, and sheep. Its dry seeds are aslo cooked and consumed during the dry seasons by the nomad and livestock.
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Thanks for the great information. Please if you further tell about the cooking method of the seeds.
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