The genus has only one species and is common to the southeast Mediterranean region and Middle East. It is a perennial bush with small flowers in inflorescence. Sarcopoterium flowers in winter to spring and its fruits mature in autumn then fall to earth to germinate with the rain water. Sarcopoterium has spines.
Water:
Sarcopoterium is a drought-resistant plant, thriving with minimal water, requiring irrigation once every 2-3 weeks. Its Mediterranean origins allow efficient water storage, crucial for adapting to fluctuating moisture levels in outdoor climates.
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