Medicinal
Ayurveda
Ber Tree
Ziziphus mauritiana
The Ber Tree, or Indian Jujube, is a hardy fruit tree cultivated for its sweet, nutritious berries and valued in traditional medicine.
Quick Facts
Height: 5–12 m m
Blooms: August–November
Greyish rough bark, thorny branches, shiny green leaves, small white-greenish flowers, round or oval edible fruits
20–45°C
Visit Information
Location
Farms, home gardens, drylands, village boundaries
Best Viewing Time
Deciduous
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Arid and semi-arid regions
Lifespan
Long-lived
Temperature Range
Warm and dry
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Edible fruit, livestock fodder, traditional medicine
Cultural Significance
Highly drought-tolerant and resilient
Conservation Status
Cultivated widely
Did You Know?
Fruits are rich in Vitamin C
Grows well in dry, poor soils
Fruits eaten fresh or dried
Leaves are used as fodder for goats and sheep
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo