Tamarix gallica aka Tamarisk

Tamarix gallica, also known as the French tamarisk, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Saudi Arabia and the Sinai Peninsula and is common in the Mediterranean region. However, it has also become an invasive species in many other areas, often becoming a noxious weed. The plant has fragile, woody branchlets that drop off in autumn along with small, scale-like leaves that cover them. The leaf shape is an adaptation to exceedingly dry conditions. The pink flowers are tiny, hermaphroditic, and are borne on narrow, feather-like spikes. They frequently bloom earlier than the leaves, first in May and sometimes a second time in August. The species is hermaphrodite and is pollinated by bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. In its native range, it grows in moist areas such as riverbanks, especially in saline soils. The plant prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. It can tolerate maritime exposure and can grow in very alkaline and saline soils. In Algeria and surrounding areas, Tamarix gallica has been used medicinally for rheumatism, diarrhea, and other maladies, and its juice is an ingredient for Gaz, a Persian delicacy from Isfahan. As an ornamental plant, it has been cultivated for its profuse production of showy pink flower spikes. French Tamarisk is also a rare houseplant that requires regular watering and direct light, and it prefers soil that is well-draining. It can be supplemented with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.