However, “Sazak-Palvan” stands out even among these exceptionally resilient plants. Experts note that Turkmenistan’s oldest saxaul predates the Repetek Sand-Desert Research Station, which was established in 1912. Today, “Sazak-Palvan” stands over four meters tall with a massive trunk circumference of 2.85 meters. To protect this botanical treasure, the tree is fenced off and remains under constant scientific monitoring by experts at the Repetek Biosphere Reserve. Despite its advanced age, the tree remains fertile.