Christ's Thorn Jujube

SShezaf matsuy ~ שיזף מצוי

 

 

     Scientific name: Ziziphus lotus  / Family: Rhamnaceae

 

 

Christ's Thorn Jujube is a branching thorny tree of Sudanian origin. In Israel it is found in warm, humid habitats, and is an integral part of the landscapes in the Golan Heights, Jordan Valley, the Negev and the northern Arava. KKL-JNF uses this hardy native species, which attracts different animals that pollinate it, consume and disperse its fruit, for afforestation

 

Christ's Thorn Jujube in KKL-JNF Forests

North: Gilboa, Lavi, Bet Keshet, En Dor

 

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Center: Masu’a, Nahshon, Ben Shemen, Adulam

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South: Amatsya, Lahav, Nahal Shikma, Duda’im, Ruhama, Be’eri, Gvar’am, Shahariya, Lakhish, Erez

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