In the Parsha Emor
Plants
Goodly tree
"A fruit of a citron tree" is mentioned in Leviticus 23:40 as one of the four different plant-related offerings that the congregation is called upon to make during the Feast of Tabernacles. This offering has become identified with the etrog, a lemon-like fruit of the citrus goodly tree.
Habitat: Near and Middle East.
Myrtle
The myrtle is mentioned in Leviticus 23:40 as one of the four different plant-related offerings that are to be made during the feast of Tabernacles. The Myrtle is an evergreen fragrant shrub.
Habitat: Mediterranean countries.
Willow
The willow is mentioned in Leviticus 23:40 as one of the four plant offerings that the congregation is called upon to make during the Feast of Tabernacles. The willow is a water loving plant. It bears yellow catkins in springtime.
Habitat: Jordan Valley, Europe.
Date palm
The date palm is mentioned in Leviticus 23:40 as one of four plant-related offerings that the congregation is to bring to the Holy Tabernacle during the Feast of Tabernacles. The date palm is cultivated extensively in the Middle East for its fruit and other valuable by-products.
Habitat: Negev.
