#MARAZKA
Name: Henna Tree
Scientific Name: Lawsonia inermis
Family: Lythraceae
Product Description
This desert fairing tree, is uséd as a dye, often for temporary body art – as the paste made from its leaves stain the skin. Its also been uséd to dye hair as well as fabrics. Such uses date back to ancient Egypt and is still uséd for the same reasons today. The leaves are crushed, milled, and made into a fine powder before it is then made into a paste and applied.
Origination: Northern Africa, Asia and northern Australia
Historic Uses: Ornamental, dye
Height: 6 to 25 ft (1.8 to 7.6 m)
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9-11
Flower Color: White
Maturity: 1-2 Years
Other Names: Hina, mignonette tree, Egyptian privet