Dichanthium annulatum - Flora of Qatar

Andropogon annulatus, Andropogon comosus, Andropogon garipensis, Andropogon nodosus, Andropogon obtusus, Andropogon scandens, Bothriochloa tuberculata, Dichanthium nodosum, Gymnandropogon annulatus, Lepeocercis annulata, Sorghum annulatum

Common names

Delhi grass, Diaz bluestem, Hindi grass, humeira, jargu grass, Kleberg bluestem, marvel grass, ringed dichanthium, sheda grass, vuda bluegrass, zamzam

Extract from Wikipedia article

Dichanthium annulatum is a species of grass. It is commonly used as a forage for livestock.[+]

Common names include marvel grass, Diaz bluestem, Kleberg bluestem, Hindi grass, ringed dichanthium, sheda grass, medio bluestem (var. papillosum), jargu grass, Delhi grass, vuda bluegrass, two-flowered golden-beard, Santa Barbara grass (English language), pajón, yerba de vias (Spanish language), hemeira, abu qasaba (Arabic), alabang grass, lindi (Philippines), pitilla (Cuba), climacuna (Colombia), song tha'o to (Vietnam), ya Hindi, ya waen (Thailand), vleivingergras (var. papillosum) (South Africa), zu-uc (Mexico), ebastan (Mali), and lukh (Sudan).

In India, where it is very important in agriculture, it has many common names, including karad, bansi, daroya, gawat, janewa, loari, marvalyan hullu, palvan, sam payen, zinjoo, and zinsma.

It is native to tropical Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. It has been introduced to many other parts of the world for cultivation, and it has become naturalized in some places, such as Australia.

AI-generated Description

Dichanthium annulatum, also known as Marvel grass, is a perennial grass species native to tropical Asia and Africa. In Qatar, it has been naturalized and is commonly found in coastal areas, saline flats, and disturbed habitats. Studies have reported its presence in various regions of Qatar, including the northeastern coast and inland areas. It is tolerant of high salinity and can thrive in poor soil conditions, making it a common sight in Qatar's arid environment.

AI-generated summary of observations

Observations of Dichanthium annulatum in Qatar revealed that it grows in silty depressions on roadsides, such as in the area of Al Magdah farms in Northern Qatar. The plant was observed to be blooming in October, with spikelets and flowers visible. In February, the plant was found to be growing in the same area, as well as on Al Mawrid Street in Doha. Close-up observations of the plant's spikes and spikelets showed detailed structures. The plant was also found to grow in a variety of lighting conditions, including backlit situations. Overall, Dichanthium annulatum appears to be a common species in Qatar, able to thrive in different environments and conditions. Its growth patterns and structures were observed in various locations throughout the country.

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

Dichanthium annulatum (Forssk.) Stapf

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