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Eragrostis pilosa (L.) P.Beauv.

Synonyms

Catabrosa verticillata, Eragrostis afghanica, Eragrostis amurensis, Eragrostis bagdadensis, Eragrostis baguirmiensis, Eragrostis bicolor, Eragrostis bithynica, Eragrostis collocarpa, Eragrostis damiensiana, Eragrostis filiformis, Eragrostis gracilis, Eragrostis gracillima, Eragrostis imberbis, Eragrostis indica, Eragrostis jeholensis, Eragrostis linkii, Eragrostis multispicula, Eragrostis petersii, Eragrostis punctata, Eragrostis senegalensis, Eragrostis tenuiflora, Eragrostis verticillata, Poa bohemica, Poa chilensis, Poa delicatior, Poa eragrostis, Poa indica, Poa linkii, Poa mexicana, Poa pilosa, Poa plumosa, Poa poiretii, Poa punctata, Poa senegalensis, Poa tenella, Poa tenuiflora, Poa verticillata

Common names

Hairy love grass, Heilagoug, Indian love grass, Jersey lovegrass, small tufted lovegrass, soft lovegrass

Extract from Wikipedia article

Eragrostis pilosa is a species of grass. It is native to Eurasia and Africa. It may or may not be native to North America. It is widely introduced, and it is a common weed in many areas.[+]

AI-generated Description

Eragrostis pilosa, also known as soft lovegrass, is an annual grass native to tropical and subtropical regions. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in a variety of habitats, including sandy dunes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed areas. It is a relatively small grass, typically growing up to 30-60 cm tall, with delicate, hair-like leaves and purple-tinged flowers. Studies have shown that Eragrostis pilosa is widely distributed in Qatar, particularly in the northern and central regions of the country, where it can be found growing alongside other desert vegetation. Its ability to thrive in poor soil conditions makes it a common sight in Qatar's arid landscape.

Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) in a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
LinkIndian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) in a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
Location on mapsAl Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) on white background taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
LinkIndian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) on white background taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) on dark background taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
LinkIndian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) on dark background taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
Spikelets of Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
LinkSpikelets of Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) taken from a park at Al Intisar Street near a corner with Onaiza. Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2015
Indian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) near a water sprinkler in a park of Qatar University. Doha, Qatar, March 23, 2016
LinkIndian love grass (Eragrostis pilosa) near a water sprinkler in a park of Qatar University. Doha, Qatar, March 23, 2016
Location on mapsAl Jamiaa St, Doha, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

Observations of Eragrostis pilosa in Qatar reveal that the plant can be found in urban areas, such as parks. On December 3, 2015, it was spotted at Al Intisar Street near Onaiza, where its appearance was documented on various backgrounds. The spikelets of the plant were also examined, providing a closer look at its structure. Later, on March 23, 2016, the plant was observed near a water sprinkler in a park at Qatar University, suggesting that it can thrive in areas with access to irrigation. The plant's presence in these locations indicates its ability to adapt to different environments and tolerate a range of conditions. Its growth in parks and urban spaces highlights its potential as a hardy and versatile species. The observations provide insight into the plant's morphology and ecological preferences.

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