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Launaea resedifolia, Leontodon mucronatus, Rhabdotheca tenuiloba, Zollikoferia mucronata, Zollikoferia tenuiloba
Atheed, bagraa, hajaid, Huwa ghazal, odeid, saffara, yamroor
Launaea mucronata is a perennial herb native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it is commonly found in sandy and rocky areas, including coastal dunes and desert habitats. The plant has been identified as a locally common species in Qatar, often growing in association with other desert plants such as Zygophyllum qatarense and Stipagrostis plumosa. Launaea mucronata is characterized by its grayish-green leaves, yellow flowers, and distinctive mucronate (pointed) leaf tips. It is a drought-tolerant species that plays an important role in stabilizing soil and providing habitat for local wildlife in Qatar's arid environment.
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata(?) in Al Jassasiya rock carvings archeological site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, March 4, 2010
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata(?) on a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya site, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 25, 2011
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata(?) in Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 2, 2012
Salwa Rd, Qatar
Flowers of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) in desert of Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 2, 2012Salwa Rd, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near Al Ruwais (Shamal Road). Qatar, March 3, 2012Unnamed Road, Al Ruwais, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near Northern Road (Shamal). Qatar, March 7, 2012Unnamed Road, Qatar
Desert flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) with a fly on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 31, 2012Al Shamal Rd, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) with an ant on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 31, 2012Al Shamal Rd, Qatar
Desert flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Yellow flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Yellow flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Leaf of Launaea mucronata(?) in sand near a road to Sawda Natheel in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014الريان, قطر
Yellow dandelion like flowers of Launaea mucronata(?) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, October 25, 2014Unnamed Road, Qatar
Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, January 31, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, January 31, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 6, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Seed head of Launaea mucronata on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) with flowers in sand on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Qatar, March 21, 2015Salwa Road, Qatar
Basal leaves of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, January 22, 2016Bu Samra Rd, Qatar
Leaf rosette of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, January 22, 2016Bu Samra Rd, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) in area of Jabal Al Jassasiya, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, February 12, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Flower of Launaea mucronata in a runnel north from Dukhan. Qatar, February 20, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, February 26, 2016Bu Samra Rd, Qatar
Yellow flowers of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, February 26, 2016Bu Samra Rd, Qatar
Flowers of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 4, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Blooming Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 4, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Yellow flowers of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 4, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Carpet of yellow flowers of Launaea mucronata subsp. mucronata on sand dunes near the spring in Maszhabiya (Al Mashabiya) Reserve near Abu Samra. Southern Qatar, March 4, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Small plant of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) in windblown sand on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Southern Qatar, March 18, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Yellow flower of Launaea mucronata on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Plant of Launaea mucronata on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) with flowers in windblown sand on roadside of Salwa Road in area of Khashem Al Nekhsh. Qatar, April 8, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Yellow flowers of Launaea mucronata (local name Huwa ghazal) near a road to Harrarah (Al Kharrarah). Southern Qatar, April 23, 2016Unnamed Road, QatarThe plant Launaea mucronata (Huwa ghazal) was observed in various locations across Qatar from 2012 to 2016. It was found growing on sand dunes, rocky ridges, and in runnels, often in large numbers. The plant produced yellow flowers, which were seen in bloom from February to April. Observations were made in different regions, including Maszhabiya Reserve near Abu Samra, Jebel Fuwairit, Salwa Road, and Harrarah. The plant was able to thrive in windblown sand and was often found in areas with minimal vegetation. The observations highlight the plant's ability to adapt to different environments and its widespread distribution across Qatar. Overall, Launaea mucronata appears to be a resilient and common species in the region, capable of blooming in a variety of conditions. Its yellow flowers add color to the desert landscape during the spring months.
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