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Astragalus cruciatus, Astragalus cruentus, Astragalus tenuirugis
Astragalus crenatus, Earring vetch, halag, khawatim al barr
Astragalus corrugatus is a perennial legume native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy and gravelly areas, often in association with other desert plants. Studies have shown that A. corrugatus in Qatar exhibits adaptations to the country's arid climate, such as deep roots to access groundwater and small leaves to reduce water loss. The plant's presence in Qatar also highlights the country's unique biodiversity, with A. corrugatus being one of several species that have adapted to thrive in the region's harsh desert environment.
Seed pods of Astragalus corrugatus(?) (Astragalus crenatus, Astragalus cruciatus, local names halag, khawatim al barr) in abandoned farms in Ras Laffan. Northern Qatar, February 28, 2014
Al Shamal Road, Qatar
Astragalus corrugatus(?) (Astragalus crenatus, Astragalus cruciatus, local names halag, khawatim al barr) in a runnel north from Dukhan in western Qatar, March 3, 2014Abdulla Bin Jasim Street, Dukhan, Qatar
Half dry milkvetch (Astragalus corrugatus, local names halag, khawatim al barr) on Purple Island (Jazirat Bin Ghanim). Al Khor, Qatar, March 7, 2014Street 44, Qatar
Dry seeds of milkvetch (Astragalus corrugatus, local names halag, khawatim al barr) in oasis in front of Film City in Ras Abrouq peninsula in west central coastal area, north from Zekreet. Qatar, November 14, 2014Unnamed Road, Qatar
Milkvetch (Astragalus corrugatus)(?) in area of Jabal Al Jassasiya, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, January 29, 2016Seed pods of Astragalus corrugatus were observed in abandoned farms in Ras Laffan, Northern Qatar, in February 2014. The plant was also found in a runnel north from Dukhan in western Qatar in March 2014. On Purple Island, half-dry milkvetch plants were seen in March 2014. In November 2014, dry seeds of the plant were found in an oasis in Ras Abrouq peninsula. The plant was also spotted in the area of Jabal Al Jassasiya, on the north-eastern coast, in January 2016. Local names for the plant include halag and khawatim al barr. The observations suggest that Astragalus corrugatus is present in various parts of Qatar, including northern, western, and coastal areas, and can be found in different stages of growth throughout the year.
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