

Miswak Tree
Salvadora persica L.
The miswak tree is an evergreen shrub or small tree adapted to hot, dry and saline environments. Its small stems and roots are traditionally used as natural chewing sticks for cleaning the teeth.
VAT included
- Delivery & planting — SAR 25.00 · Jeddah
- 90 days
About this tree
• Evergreen shrub or small tree.
• Highly branched, with sometimes drooping branches.
• Leaves are somewhat fleshy and generally oval to rounded.
• Produces small greenish-white flowers.
• Fruits become red to dark purple when ripe.
• Highly adapted to heat and drought.
• Tolerant of saline and alkaline soils.
How to care for it
• Light: Prefers bright light and plenty of sun.
• Water: Established plants are drought tolerant; water deeply when the soil becomes dry.
• Soil: Adaptable to many soil types, provided drainage is adequate.
• Drainage: Avoid prolonged waterlogging around the roots.
• Temperature: Performs very well in hot, dry climates.
• Pruning: Prune when needed to maintain a compact, attractive shape.
• Fertilizer: Heavy feeding is unnecessary; a moderate balanced fertilizer can be used during active growth.


