Arar, The “abab” plant, also known as “Saudi ginseng” or “ashwagandha”, has returned after a 20-year absence in the deserts of the Northern Borders Region.
This evergreen shrub with yellow flowers has reemerged, alongside other wild plants.
In an interview with the SPA, Director of the Aman Environmental Association in the region Nasser Rashid Al-Majlad said that the area’s rich green wealth presents economic opportunities. By utilizing natural plant resources, the region can enhance biodiversity, combat desertification, expand green spaces, promote tourism, and foster human development.
Al-Majlad said that these efforts align with the principles of the green economy, which aims to strike a balance between economic and environmental needs for the benefit of both humanity and the planet.
Khonaysser Al-Anazi, a plant enthusiast, said the abab plants on the outskirts of Arar city reappeared due to increased rainfall and the expansion of green areas. He highlighted the potential for cultivation and utilizatio
n of these plants for various purposes.
Source: Saudi Press Agency