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Bindweed, haTHmy, malbo, melbow, morning glory, rakham, rukheima
Convolvulus pilosellifolius is a species of bindweed with hairy leaves and stems. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy and rocky areas, often in association with other desert plants. It is a relatively small, prostrate or climbing herb with blue-purple flowers. Studies in Qatar have reported its presence in various regions, including the northern and central parts of the country. The plant's adaptation to the arid environment of Qatar suggests its potential for tolerance to drought and high temperatures.
Flowers of bindweed (morning glory, Convolvulus pilosellifolius) in sand near Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014
Madinat Al Shamal - Al Gharya Road, Madīnat ash Shamāl, Qatar
Blooming bindweed (Convolvulus pilosellifolius(?)) on side of Al Luqta Street, near to Education City. Doha, Qatar, April 11, 2014Umm Al Hawayer St, Doha, Qatar
Flower of bindweed (Convolvulus pilosellifolius(?)) taken from a sandy area between Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, December 18, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Crested form (abnormal growth, forma cristata) of bindweed (Convolvulus pilosellifolius)(?) on roadside of a road to Sawda Natheel. Southern Qatar, February 5, 2016سودا ناثيل, أم حوطة, الريان, قطر
Yellow-white chlorotic leaves of bindweed (morning glory, Convolvulus pilosellifolius)(?) in a green depression in Harrarah (Al Kharrarah). Southern Qatar, April 23, 2016Unnamed Road, Al Kharrara, QatarFlowers of Convolvulus pilosellifolius were observed in various locations in Qatar, including sandy areas near Fuwairit and Irkhaya Farms, as well as on the side of Al Luqta Street in Doha. The plant was found to be blooming in April 2014 in both northern and southern Qatar. In December 2015, a flower was collected from a sandy area between Green Circles in Irkhaya Farms. Abnormal growth forms, including crested forms with stiff stems, were observed on the roadside of a road to Sawda Natheel in February 2016. Additionally, yellow-white chlorotic leaves were seen in a green depression in Harrarah in April 2016, indicating possible stress or disease affecting the plant. These observations suggest that Convolvulus pilosellifolius is widely distributed and adaptable in Qatar's environment. The plant's ability to thrive in different conditions is notable.
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