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Shami Tree
Jammi Chettu
Prosopis cineraria
The sacred jammi/shami tree worshipped on Dussehra — extreme drought hardiness and deep cultural value across the Deccan. Ideal for temples, dry-land farms and Vastu planting. Supplied as bag-grown saplings.
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In stockAvailable sizes1 ft – 4 ft
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Plant guide
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Growing characteristics and practical care notes.
WaterLow once established
Mature height6–12 m
Growth habitRounded or spreading dense crown
- Mature height
- 6–12 m
- Growth habit
- Rounded or spreading dense crown
- Growth rate
- Slow to moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen, finely divided feathery foliage
- Flowers / fruit
- Yellow to pale flowers; pods later
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low once established
- Soil
- Well-drained alkaline or sandy soil; very drought-tolerant
Plant information sources:Feedipedia