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Spurge, umm lubaina
Euphorbia hirta is a pantropical weed, possibly native to India. It is a hairy herb that grows in open grasslands, roadsides and pathways. It is widely used as a medicinal herb in most places it grows.
Euphorbia hirta, also known as asthma weed, is a small, annual herb native to Central and South America but naturalized in many parts of the world, including the Middle East. In Qatar, it has been found growing in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste grounds. It is characterized by its hairy stems, oval-shaped leaves, and small, greenish-yellow flowers. The plant contains milky sap and has been traditionally used for medicinal purposes. In Qatar, Euphorbia hirta has been recorded as a common weed, particularly in the Doha area, where it thrives in the hot and dry climate.
Euphorbia hirta (Chamaesyce hirta, local name umm lubaina) in Abal Faham Family Park. Al Jumayliyah, Western Qatar, March 1, 2014
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Petty spurge (Euphorbia peplus) growing together with Euphorbia hirta on roadside of Al Sham Street in area of West Bay. Doha, Qatar, April 16, 2014Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Euphorbia hirta (Chamaesyce hirta, local name umm lubaina) found in area of Al Sham Street in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, August 30, 2014Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Euphorbia hirta (Chamaesyce hirta, local name umm lubaina) with flowers found in area of Al Sham Street in West Bay. Doha, Qatar, August 30, 2014Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Euphorbia hirta on sidewalk pavement of Al Wosail Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 8, 2015Al Wosail Street, Doha, QatarEuphorbia hirta was observed growing in various locations in Qatar, including Abal Faham Family Park in Al Jumayliyah and along roadsides in Doha, such as Al Sham Street in West Bay and Al Wosail Street in Onaiza area. It was found to be growing together with Petty spurge (Euphorbia peplus) on roadside of Al Sham Street. The plant was observed at different times of the year, including March, April, and August, and was found to produce flowers, as seen in observations from August 30, 2014. It appears to be able to grow in a variety of urban environments, including parks and sidewalk pavements. The plant's local name is "umm lubaina" and it is also known by its synonym Chamaesyce hirta. Its ability to thrive in different conditions makes it a common sight in Qatar.
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