The suitable species for reclamation of saline & sodic soil is:__________?
Correct answer: C. Casuarina equisetifolia
- A. Both A & B
- B. Albizia lebbeck
- C. Casuarina equisetifolia
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Casuarina equisetifolia is a salt-tolerant tree used in reclamation and afforestation of saline and sodic soils. Although some other trees may tolerate salinity, Casuarina is the standard species identified for this purpose among these options.
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