Cono capus plants

Conocarpus is a genus of two species of flowering plants in the family of Combretaceae. Conocarpus tree was introduced to Kuwait in 1988 for use of various greening projects and activities in the country. Conocarpus tree has proven its ability to withstand environmental factors in arid areas. This tree is characterized by rapid growth that exceeds many known tree species. In addition, Conocarpus tree is famous of its dark green leaves color throughout the year and withstand harsh environmental conditions such as high and low temperatures. Its growth is more revived in high summer temperatures and endured by low temperatures in winter as well as tolerance for all types of soil from sandy to clay. Conocarpus tree is grown from the coastal areas into the desert; it is highly resistant to salinity as it is propagated and produced by the peripheral bar with the use of a radical growth.