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Hippocrepis areolata, Hippocrepis cornigera, Horseshoe Vetch, umm ghurein
Hippocrepis bicontorta is a perennial legume native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It has been found in Qatar, where it grows as a small shrub or herb with yellow flowers. In Qatar, H. bicontorta typically thrives in sandy soils and rocky outcrops, often in areas with limited vegetation.
Seed pods of Horseshoe Vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta?). Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 5, 2010
Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) near a road to Saudi Arabia in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014
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Seeds of Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) in sand near a road to Saudi Arabia in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014Salwa Rd, Qatar
Flowers of Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) in sand near a road to Saudi Arabia in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014Salwa Rd, Qatar
Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) with flowers in sand near Dukhan Road. Western Qatar, March 1, 2014Garafat Al Rayyan and Dukhan Highway, Qatar
Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) in windblown sand on southern side of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Prostrate plant of Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) in windblown sand on southern side of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Fruits of Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata, local name umm ghurein) in windblown sand on southern side of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Shoot of Horseshoe vetch (Hippocrepis bicontorta, Hippocrepis areolata) with fruits on windblown sand on southern side of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016Salwa Rd, QatarHippocrepis bicontorta was observed in various locations in Qatar, including Harrarah, southern Qatar, and western Qatar. The plant was found growing in sand near roads, with observations of its seed pods, seeds, flowers, and fruits. In some areas, the plant was prostrate, suggesting it can grow in a variety of positions. The plant was also observed in windblown sand, indicating its ability to thrive in different environmental conditions. Observations were made over several years, from 2010 to 2016, with multiple sightings in February and March, suggesting it may bloom during this time. Local names for the plant include "umm ghurein", and it was often found near roads, including the road to Saudi Arabia and Salwa Road.
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