What vegetation grows in the arid parts of Rajasthan?

The vegetation in the arid parts of Rajasthan is primarily characterized by scrub jungle, which consists largely of herbaceous plants and stunted scrub.123

In the western, more arid regions of the state, typical vegetation includes:

• Arid-zone plants: Species such as tamarisk (Tamarix) and false tamarisk (Myricaria).23
• Trees and Shrubs: While trees are generally scarce in these areas, the khejri tree (Prosopis cineraria) is found throughout the plains. In hilly areas, one may find gum arabic acacia and euphorbia.1
• Steppe vegetation: In regions such as the Rajasthan Steppe, the landscape features thorny scrub, acacia, and palm trees.4

Due to the harsh, dry conditions and low annual rainfall, less than 10 percent of the state is covered by forests, with most tree growth limited to the eastern part of the state and the Aravalli Range.23