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Huwa ghanam, huwa ghazal
Launaea nudicaulis is an annual herb native to tropical Africa and Asia. In Qatar, it has been found growing in sandy areas, often near coastal regions. The plant can thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating high temperatures and some drought. Its small flowers are typically yellow or white, blooming from February to May. Local studies have documented its presence in various Qatari habitats, including the Jandayah archaeological site and other areas with sandy soils. Launaea nudicaulis is considered a common weed in Qatar, often growing alongside other desert plants.
Dandelion like flower of Launaea nudicaulis (native name huwa ghazal) on a lawn near Dar Al Salam Compound, Abu Hamour area. Doha, Qatar, March 9, 2013
Mesaimeer Rd, Doha, Qatar
Dandelion like flower of a desert plant huwa ghazal (Launaea nudicaulis) near Dar Al Salam Compound, Abu Hamour area. Doha, Qatar, March 9, 2013
Yellow flowers of Launaea nudicaulis (local names huwa ghazal, huwa ghanam) or may be L. procumbens near Al Luqta Street, opposite to Education City. Doha, Qatar, April 11, 2014Al Luqta Street, Doha, Qatar
Flower of Launaea nudicaulis(?) on roadside of Al Sham Street in area of West Bay. Doha, Qatar, April 17, 2014Al Sham Street, Doha, Qatar
Launaea nudicaulis (local names huwa ghazal, huwa ghanam)(?) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014Salwa Road, Qatar
Launaea nudicaulis on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. South-western Qatar, November 15, 2014Salwa Road, Qatar
Dry plant of Launaea nudicaulis(?) or may be L. procumbens with seeds near Mesaieed. Southern Qatar, May 27, 2016Unnamed Road, QatarLaunaea nudicaulis has been observed in various locations in Qatar, including lawns, deserts, and parks. The plant produces dandelion-like flowers, which have been seen in yellow. It has been spotted near Dar Al Salam Compound, Abu Hamour area, and along Al Luqta Street, opposite Education City. The plant has also been found on roadside of Al Sham Street in West Bay and in Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya Farms, south-western Qatar. In some cases, it was difficult to distinguish Launaea nudicaulis from L. procumbens due to similarities in appearance. Local names for the plant include huwa ghazal and huwa ghanam. The plant has been observed in different stages, including flowering and dry with seeds, between March and May, and also in November and December. It coexists with other plants like firecracker plant (Russelia equisetiformis).
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