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Feather windmillgrass, finger grass, khazamzam, sineim
Chloris virgata is a species of grass known by the common names feather fingergrass and feather windmillgrass. It is native to many of the warmer temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions of the world, including parts of Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas, and it is present in many other areas as a naturalized species, including Hawaii, Australia, and the Canary Islands.[+]
Chloris virgata, also known as feather finger grass, is an annual grass native to tropical and subtropical regions. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in areas with moist soils, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, construction sites, and irrigated landscapes. It is a common weed in the country, particularly during the winter months. Studies have reported its presence in various locations across Qatar, including Doha, Al Rayyan, and Al Wakrah. The plant's ability to thrive in a variety of environments makes it a widespread species in the region.
Finger grass (feather windmillgrass, Chloris virgata) on Al Sham Street in area of West Bay. Doha, Qatar, April 11, 2014
Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Finger grass (Chloris virgata) with red aphids on Al Sham Street in area of West Bay. Doha, Qatar, April 11, 2014Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Finger grass (Chloris virgata) collected from Al Sham Street in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, September 8, 2014
Finger grass (Chloris virgata) taken from Al Sham Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 20, 2015Al Shatt Street, Doha, Qatar
Finger grass (Chloris virgata) on white background taken from Al Sham Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 20, 2015Al Shatt Street, Doha, Qatar
Finger grass (Chloris virgata) on dark background taken from Al Sham Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 20, 2015Al Shatt Street, Doha, Qatar
Spikelet of finger grass (Chloris virgata) taken from Al Sham Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 20, 2015Al Shatt Street, Doha, QatarFinger grass (Chloris virgata) was observed on Al Sham Street in the West Bay area of Doha, Qatar, on multiple occasions between 2014 and 2015. The plant was found to be infested with red aphids on April 11, 2014. Specimens were collected from the same location on September 8, 2014, and again on April 20, 2015, in the Onaiza area. The plant's appearance was documented on different backgrounds, including white and dark, to showcase its features. A closer look at the spikelet of the finger grass was also taken on April 20, 2015, providing a detailed view of the plant's structure. These observations suggest that Chloris virgata is a common species in the area, able to thrive in urban environments. The presence of aphids indicates that the plant is also a host for other organisms.
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