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Helianthemum kahiricum is a small shrub endemic to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found growing in limestone and sandy areas, often in association with other desert plants. It produces white or yellow flowers from March to May, and its leaves are narrow and grayish-green. The plant's presence in Qatar indicates the country's unique position at the intersection of Arabian and Mediterranean flora.
Yellow flowers of Helianthemum kahiricum near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013
Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Inflorescence of Helianthemum kahiricum near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Two yellow flowers of Helianthemum kahiricum in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Flowers of Helianthemum kahiricum in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Blooming Helianthemum kahiricum in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Helianthemum kahiricum on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit, with ribbed fruits on a small plant of Grey Hare's Ear (Bupleurum semicompositum) in background. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Flowers of Helianthemum kahiricum on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, QatarHelianthemum kahiricum was observed to have yellow flowers in the desert near the industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north of Doha, Qatar, on March 23, 2013. The inflorescence and individual flowers were photographed, showing the plant's blooming habit. On March 20, 2015, the plant was also found on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit in Northern Qatar, where it was observed with ribbed fruits and alongside other plants like Grey Hare's Ear (Bupleurum semicompositum). The flowers were again noted to be yellow, and the plant was seen blooming in its natural habitat. These observations suggest that Helianthemum kahiricum is a desert-dwelling plant that blooms in the spring, producing bright yellow flowers. Its presence was recorded in two different locations in Qatar, indicating its adaptability to various environments.
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