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Cardamine hirsuta L.

Synonyms

Arabis heterophylla, Cardamine africana, Cardamine angulata, Cardamine borbonica, Cardamine fagetina, Cardamine humilis, Cardamine micrantha, Cardamine multicaulis, Cardamine parviflora, Cardamine praecox, Cardamine scutata, Cardamine simensis, Cardamine tenella, Cardamine tetrandra, Cardamine umbrosa, Cardamine virginica, Crucifera cardamine, Ghinia hirsuta, Ghinia sylvatica

Common names

Hairy bittercress

Extract from Wikipedia article

Hairy bittercress, Cardamine hirsuta, is an annual or biennial plant native to Europe and Asia, but also present in North America. The plant is a member of the mustard family (Brassicaceae), and is edible as a bitter herb. It flowers from quite early in the Spring until the Autumn.[+]

AI-generated Description

Cardamine hirsuta, also known as hairy bittercress, is an annual or biennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in moist areas, such as near water bodies and in irrigated gardens. It is a small plant with hairy stems and leaves, producing white or pinkish flowers from January to May. Its presence in Qatar indicates the introduction of non-native species through human activity, highlighting the need for further study on its ecological impact in the region.

Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) grown as weed in gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 25, 2016

Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) grown as weed in wet place in gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

1 Al Corniche St, Doha, Qatar

Leaf of Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) taken from gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

Flowers of Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) taken from gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

Plant of Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) taken from gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

Rosette of leaves of Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) taken from gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

Golden Tower, Majlis Al Taawon St, Doha, Qatar

Close up of a leaf of Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) taken from gardens of Sheraton Hotel in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, January 26, 2016

AI-generated summary of observations

Hairy bittercress (Cardamine hirsuta) was observed growing as a weed in the gardens of the Sheraton Hotel in West Bay, Doha, Qatar. The plant was found in wet places and appeared to thrive in these conditions. Observations of the plant's leaves revealed a rosette shape, with close-up views showing detailed structures. Flowers were also present on the plant, indicating that it was mature and reproducing. The leaves were examined on both their natural background and against a white background, providing further insight into their morphology. Overall, the observations suggest that Hairy bittercress is able to grow and thrive in Qatar's gardens, particularly in areas with sufficient moisture. The plant's ability to reproduce and spread is also evident from the presence of flowers.

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Acknowledgements

QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.