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Economic and biological feasibility of the Farfar tree: its effects and uses
Organization(s):Hafsah bint sirin basic school
Country:Oman
Student(s):Hessa Sultan Saif Al-Mandhari
Shahd Mohammed Hamid Al-Aufi
Grade Level:Middle School (grades 6-8, ages 11-14)
GLOBE Educator(s):Naeema Said Alghaithi
Contributors:- Dr. Jamal Al Sabahi and Engineer Amna Al Mandhari from the Central Laboratory at the College of Agricultural and Marine Sciences at Sultan Qaboos University
- Dr. Ahmed Al Balushi, the National Coordinator of the Globe Environmental Program.
- Fatima Al Jabri, Head of the Environmental Conservation Department at the Environment Department in Al Buraimi Governorate
- Ms. Amna Al Saadi, the supervisor of the program team in the governorate.
- Ms. Maryam Al Muqbali and Asila Al Saadi, the science laboratory technician at the school
Report Type(s):International Virtual Science Symposium Report
Protocols:Air Temperature, Clouds, Precipitation, Relative Humidity, Land Cover Classification, Earth As a System, Conductivity, pH, Salinity, Water Temperature, Soil Characterization, Soil pH, Soil Temperature
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Language(s):English
Date Submitted:03/05/2025
This research aims to study the economic and biological feasibility of Tecomella undulata (Farfar) tree by analyzing its antibacterial properties, the effect of its aqueous extract on seed germination, and its traditional uses in the local community. The research questions are summarized in: What are the suitable environmental conditions for the growth of Tecomella undulata tree in Al Buraimi Governorate? What is the effect of the aqueous extract of Farfar tree leaves on seed germination? How effective is the extract as an antibacterial agent? What are the traditional uses of Farfar tree? GLOBE (Global Atmosphere, Water, Soil, and Land Cover) program protocols were applied to collect data, in addition to conducting simple laboratory experiments. The experiments included preparing an aqueous extract of the tree leaves and testing it on different types of bacteria, where it showed an inhibitory effect on E. coli at a concentration of (1:80). The effect of the extract on the germination of bean seeds was also tested using Petri dishes, where a concentration of 150 mm proved to be ideal for seed growth. The results indicate that the Farfar tree has promising biological properties, especially in resisting E. coli bacteria, and has a positive effect on seed germination at specific concentrations. In addition, its traditional uses as organic fertilizer, fuel, and building materials have been documented. Based on the results, we recommend that the concerned authorities work on planting the Farfar tree to protect it from extinction. We also recommend conducting further studies to explore its economic and environmental benefits, such as improving soil and as a natural source of antibacterial materials. Community awareness should also be raised on the importance of preserving this tree and benefiting from it in a sustainable manner.