Scientists Successfully Grow 1,000-Year-Old Tree from Ancient Seed

The tree, named Sheba, belongs to the Commiphora genus and may be linked to the medicinal balm mentioned in the Bible.

The seed, discovered in a Judean Desert cave in the 1980s, dates back to between 993 and 1202 AD.
Scientists have grown the tree to a height of 3 meters over 14 years using specialized germination techniques.
DNA analysis has identified Sheba as a unique Commiphora species, related to trees known for their aromatic resins.
Researchers believe the tree's resin may be the 'tsori' medicinal compound cited in Biblical texts.
The tree has not yet flowered, preventing full species identification and insights into its reproductive features.