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Kohail, najmet albar, stoneseed
It may be E. persicum.
Echiochilon jugatum is a small, annual herb native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy areas, often near coastal regions. Studies have reported its presence in various parts of the country, including the northern and western regions. The plant typically blooms from February to April, producing small, blue-purple flowers. Its growth is often associated with areas of low vegetation and disturbed soils. Local researchers have documented Echiochilon jugatum as a common component of Qatar's flora, highlighting its adaptability to the country's arid environment.
Stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, December 12, 2014
Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Flowers of stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, December 12, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Blooming stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, January 31, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Blooming plant of stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, January 29, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) with small flowers on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 12, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Large bush of stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Blooming bush of stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Plants of stoneseed (Echiochilon jugatum) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, QatarThe plant Echiochilon jugatum was observed growing on the rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit in Northern Qatar. It was seen with flowers in December 2014 and January 2015, indicating that it blooms during the winter months. By January 2016, the plant was still blooming, and by March 2016, it had formed large bushes on the rocky ridge. The flowers were small, but the plants themselves could grow quite large. Multiple plants were observed growing together in the same area, suggesting that Echiochilon jugatum can form dense populations on the rocky ridges of Jebel Fuwairit. The plant's ability to thrive in this environment suggests that it is well adapted to the local conditions. Observations were made over several years, providing a glimpse into the plant's growth habits and flowering patterns.
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