Kim_Johnson
The Taramix Aphylla Tree is the largest known species of Tamarix Tree. It reaches the height of 18 metres or 60 feet!
It might be known as the Athel Tamarisk, Athel Pine or the Saltcedar.
It is an evergreen tree native to Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia.
It has tiny leaves along the branches that exude salt, which can form a crusted layer on the surface, and drips to the ground beneath.
Tamarix aphylla has been used as a windbreak and shade tree in agriculture, especially in dryer regions such as the western United States and Australia.
Due to its higher fire adaptability it can be used as a barrier to fire.
The blooms can range from the lightest of pinks to dark pink.
These were so pretty in the bed of ice plant.
One more.
My daughter in law taking pictures of them, while Meika watches.
Closer..
Our walk started here, I have driven by this area tons of times and have always wanted to stop….
I am so glad I did stop, this was a really pretty place. Check out My Walk under the Tamarix coming soon!
Gorgeous pictures once again, Kim! I love the pink blooms!
Thank you Ellie, I love them too. So bright!
Lovely photos of these trees.
Thank you Pamela! Pretty in pink right?
Yes. I agree you are right.
Trees with beautiful flowers. His name is also very interesting. I think I need to remember it, who knows later you will mention it. Tamarix Tree. Okay…
Hey… Tamarix or taramix?
Thank you Albert, not sure how I got so confused, I totally mixed that name up. It is a tamarix tree.
You’re welcome, Kim. Okay, I’ll remember it as the neighbor of tamarind…
yes, yes! And thank you for pointing this out to me.
Beautiful Picture , I wish I would have been there
Thank you sir! Good to see you again : D
What a beautiful tree you found. the dark pink blooms are gorgeous!
They sure do stand out this time of year. Thank you Carol.