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CURIOSITIES
Nicholas Culpeper, an English Herbalist
believed that the tree was from Spain
because it is generally thought that the
word tamarisk comes from the name of a
Spanish river, the Tamaris.
The tamarisk trees are unusual in that
they produce a substance called manna,
although there is some debate as to
whether this is produced by the tree in
response to attacks by insects, or whether
the sticky sweet substance is produced by
the insects.
Some say the tree is the source of the
Bible (Exodus) were sent by God. However
this is strongly refuted by many clerics.
USES
The tamarisk is used as an ornamental shrub.
The wood may be used for carpentry or
firewood.
It is used in basket making.