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Cichorium pumilum Jacq.

Synonyms

Cichorium ambiguum, Cichorium dichotomum, Cichorium divaricatum, Cichorium endivia, Cichorium glandulosum, Cichorium intybus, Cichorium minimum, Cichorium nanum, Cichorium noeanum, Cichorium polystachyum

Common names

Chicory, wild endive

Extract from Wikipedia article

Cichorium pumilum (Wild Endive) is a Mediterranean species of plant in the dandelion tribe within the sunflower family . Like the two other species of Cichorium, its leaves are edible by humans. The plant produces bluish-violet flower heads and fleshy taproots.

AI-generated Description

Cichorium pumilum, also known as wild chicory or common chicory, is an annual or perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. In Qatar, it has been found growing in various habitats, including roadsides, fields, and coastal areas. Studies have reported its presence in the country's flora, often as a weed or naturalized species. The plant's adaptability to different environments allows it to thrive in Qatar's arid climate.

Chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 13, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Plant of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 13, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Flowers of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 13, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Close up of chicory flowers (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 13, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Blue flowers of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 13, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Chicory plant (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Blooming chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Chicory (Cichorium pumilum) with blue flowers on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Plants of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Small plant of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Flowers of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Blooming plant of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Small blooming plant of chicory (Cichorium pumilum) on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

Chicory (Cichorium pumilum) in flower on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 14, 2016
Al Istiqlal St, Doha, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

Chicory (Cichorium pumilum) was observed growing on the median strip of Al Istiqlal Street in Onaiza area, Doha, Qatar, over two days in April 2016. The plant was found to be blooming, with blue flowers visible. Observations were made of the plant's growth, with some plants appearing small and others larger. The flowers were also observed up close, showcasing their blue color. The chicory plants were widespread on the median strip, with multiple plants observed in the area. The observations highlight the presence and growth of Cichorium pumilum in Qatar, specifically in the Onaiza area of Doha. The plant's ability to thrive in this environment is notable, given the local climate and conditions. Overall, the observations provide insight into the growth and blooming patterns of chicory in Qatar.

Links

• Flora of Qatar.
• Unknown plants or plants without names.
• Duplicate and extra pictures of plants.
• Earlier version of collection of plants.
• Other collections of pictures from Qatar: Lizards of Qatar, Cats of Qatar, Camels of Qatar, and Fish of Qatar.
• Picture archives.
• Home page of A. Sergeev.

Outside links

• Cichorium pumilum, Wikipedia article
• Cichorium pumilum from www.theplantlist.org
• Ekhlas M. M. Abdel Bary, The Flora of Qatar, Volume I: The Dicotyledons. Doha 2012
• Flora of Qatar, Volume II: The Monocotyledons
• Illustrated Checklist of the Flora of Qatar. John Norton et al. 2009
• Qatar eNature. Flora
• Ali Al-Rawi, Flowering plants of Kuwait, 1985
• Plants of Kuwait
• Flora of Saudi Arabia, Al-Qassim Region
• Flora of Eastern Saudi Arabia by Rain and Dust at Flickr
• Plants of South-Western Morocco
• Pictures from Qatar (Flickr/cpmkutty)
• Arabian plants by Gary Brown
• Flora of Israel

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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.