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Brachiaria bequaertii, Brachiaria decumbens, Brachiaria ruziziensis, Panicum eminii, Urochloa decumbens, Urochloa eminii, Urochloa ruziziensis
Basilisk signal grass, Surinam grass
Brachiaria eminii is a grass species native to Africa and Asia. In Qatar, it has been found to be an introduced invasive species, often growing in disturbed areas and along roadsides. It can outcompete native vegetation and alter ecosystems. Further research is needed to understand its full impact on Qatari environments.
Hairy flower spikelet of basilisk signal grass (Brachiaria eminii, Brachiaria decumbens, Urochloa decumbens) with yellow anthers on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, June 5, 2015
Al Wukair Street, Qatar
Basilisk signal grass (Brachiaria eminii, Brachiaria decumbens, Urochloa decumbens) with yellow anthers on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, November 13, 2015Unnamed Road, QatarThe plant Brachiaria eminii, also known as basilisk signal grass, has been observed in Qatar's Irkhaya Farms, specifically on the Green Circles which utilize center-pivot irrigation. On June 5, 2015, the flower spikelet of the plant was noted to be hairy with yellow anthers. A later observation on November 13, 2015, also found the plant to have yellow anthers, indicating that it was likely in bloom during this time period. The presence of Brachiaria eminii in these irrigated areas suggests that it can thrive in environments with controlled water supply. Its growth and flowering patterns were observed over a period of several months, providing insight into its behavior in Qatar's climate. The plant's ability to grow in these conditions makes it a notable species in the region's agricultural landscape.
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