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Abu roukba, awnless barnyard grass, dhifra, dhunaiba, modheidh
Echinochloa colona is a type of wild grass originating from tropical Asia. It was formerly classified as a species of Panicum. It is the wild ancestor of the cultivated cereal crop Echinochloa frumentacea, sawa millet. Some taxonomists treat the two taxa as one species, in which case the domesticated forms may also be referred to as E. colona.
Echinochloa colona, also known as jungle rice or colon grass, is an annual grass native to tropical Asia. In Qatar, it has been found to be a common weed in agricultural fields, particularly in areas with moist soils. Studies have shown that E. colona is widely distributed in Qatar, often growing in association with other weeds such as Cyperus rotundus and Portulaca oleracea. It can thrive in a variety of environments, including irrigated crops, roadsides, and disturbed areas. The plant's ability to tolerate high temperatures and salinity makes it well-suited to Qatar's arid climate. However, its presence can also indicate poor soil quality and waterlogging, highlighting the need for effective weed management strategies in Qatari agriculture.
Spikelet of grass Awnless barnyard grass (Echinochloa colona?) in silty depression on roadside of a road from Dukhan to Al Jumayliyah. Western Qatar, March 1, 2014
Garafat Al Rayyan and Dukhan Highway, Qatar
Awnless barnyard grass (Echinochloa colona, local names dhunaiba, abu roukba) near Al Istiqlal Street in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, May 5, 2014
Awnless barnyard grass (Echinochloa colona, local names dhunaiba, abu roukba) found in West Bay, in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, December 23, 2014
Awnless barnyard grass (Echinochloa colona, local names dhunaiba, abu roukba) taken from a street in Mesaieed. Qatar, July 10, 2015Echinochloa colona has been observed in various locations throughout Qatar. In Western Qatar, it was found in a silty depression on the roadside of a road from Dukhan to Al Jumayliyah in March 2014. In Doha, it was spotted near Al Istiqlal Street in West Bay in May 2014 and in Onaiza area in December 2014. The plant was also found in Mesaieed, with observations recorded on July 10, 2015, from two different street locations. Local names for the plant include dhunaiba and abu roukba. The sightings suggest that Echinochloa colona is widespread in Qatar and can thrive in various environments, including roadside depressions and urban areas. The observations were made during different times of the year, indicating the plant's adaptability to Qatar's climate.
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