Planting unit

True seedTrue seed:
A mature fertilized ovule consisting of an embryo, with or without and external food reserve (e.g., endosperm) enclosed by the testa.

Shape

D-shaped to kidney shaped

Size

• Length 3–4 mm
• Width 2–2.5 mm
• Thickness 1–1.5 mm

Color

Reddish-brown to light brown

Texture

Smooth

Other structures

HilumHilum:
The scar on the seed coat at the place of its detachment from the seed stalk (funiculus).
is at base with small lateral protrusion.

Family

Fabaceae

Valid name

Prosopis reptans Benth.