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Convolvulus cephalopodus

Common names

Bindweed, Khatme, morning glory

AI-generated description

Convolvulus cephalopodus is a species of bindweed native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found to grow as an annual or perennial herb, often in sandy or rocky areas. Research suggests that C. cephalopodus can be found in various regions of Qatar, including coastal and inland areas, typically blooming from March to May. However, more specific information on its distribution, habitat preferences, and ecological role within Qatari ecosystems may require further study.

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus). Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha, Qatar, March 12, 2010

Flower of desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013

Desert species of Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus?) on roadside of Salwa Road in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014

Flower of a desert species of Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus?) on roadside of Salwa Road in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) at entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014

Blooming desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) at entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014

Desert species of morning glory (bindweed, Convolvulus cephalopodus) at entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, March 3, 2014

Bindweed (Convolvulus cephalopodus)(?) at entrance of Ras Abrouq Peninsula near Zekreet. Qatar, November 14, 2014

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Qatar, March 21, 2015

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) in sand on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Qatar, March 21, 2015

Basal rosette of leaves of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 11, 2016

Rosette of leaves of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with flower buds on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016

Hairy flower buds of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with emerging flowers on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on roadside in area of Jebel Al-Nakhsh (Khashm an Nakhsh). South-western Qatar, March 25, 2016

Blooming seedling of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on roadside in area of Jebel Al-Nakhsh (Khashm an Nakhsh). South-western Qatar, March 25, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) against blue sky on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 25, 2016

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) against blue sky on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 25, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with flowers on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Blooming plants morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Lower view morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Upper view morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Plants of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Pink flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Lower view of pink flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

White flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Pink flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Masses of pink flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Blooming of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with white flowers on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with light pink flowers on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with masses of pink flowers on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 1, 2016

Plants of Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Blooming Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

White flowers of Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) in bloom on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) with white flowers on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Field of blooming Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Blooming plant of Morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on a gravel plain in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Large bush of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

White flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Upper view of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Lower view of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Blooming morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Flowers of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) on waste ground at the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, April 15, 2016

Desert species of morning glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) in windblown sand on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, April 29, 2016

AI-generated summary of observations

The observations document the presence and blooming of Morning Glory (Convolvulus cephalopodus) in various locations in southern Qatar, from March to April. The plant was found on gravel plains, waste ground, and windblown sand along roadsides. It produced white and light pink flowers, often in large quantities, forming fields of blooms. The observations were made at several sites, including Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra, Umm Bab, and Salwa Road. The plant's ability to thrive in different environments and its prolific blooming are notable. The observations provide a record of the plant's distribution, flowering patterns, and adaptability in the region during the spring season. Overall, the data suggests that Morning Glory is a common and resilient species in southern Qatar's desert ecosystems.

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

• Convolvulus cephalopodus from www.catalogueoflife.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.