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Common stork's-bill, pinweed, redstem filaree, redstem stork's bill
Erodium cicutarium, also known as redstem filaree, redstem stork's bill, common stork's-bill or pinweed, is a herbaceous annual – or in warm climates, biennial – member of the family Geraniaceae of flowering plants. It is native to the Mediterranean Basin and was introduced to North America in the eighteenth century, where it has since become invasive, particularly of the deserts and arid grasslands of the southwestern United States.
Erodium cicutarium, also known as Redstem Filaree or Stork's Bill, is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. In Qatar, it has been naturalized and can be found growing in sandy soils, saline flats, and along roadsides. Studies have reported its presence in various regions of the country, including the coastal areas and inland deserts. The plant thrives in Qatar's mild winters and can tolerate high temperatures and drought, making it a common weed in agricultural fields and urban areas. Its ability to adapt to different environments has allowed Erodium cicutarium to become a widespread species in Qatar.
Redstem filaree (redstem stork's bill, Erodium cicutarium) growing near Ziziphus bushes near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Unnamed Road, Qatar
Flower of redstem filaree (redstem stork's bill, Erodium cicutarium) growing near Ziziphus bushes near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Redstem filaree (redstem stork's bill, Erodium cicutarium) on white background near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016Unnamed Road, QatarThe plant Erodium cicutarium was observed growing near Ziziphus bushes close to a road leading to Zubara in the Al Magdah farms area of Northern Qatar. It was spotted on February 13, 2016, and its flowers were also observed. The plant's appearance was documented against a white background, allowing for a clear view of its characteristics. The observations suggest that Erodium cicutarium can thrive in areas with nearby vegetation, such as Ziziphus bushes, and can be found growing in the wild in Northern Qatar during the month of February. The flowers of the plant were also present at this time, indicating that it was in bloom.
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