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Lepidium aucheri Boiss.

Synonyms

Lepidium borsczovii, Nasturtium aucheri

Common names

Aucher pepperwort, Pepper-grass, Rashad barri

AI-generated Description

Lepidium aucheri is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family (Brassicaceae). In Qatar, it has been found to be a rare and endangered plant. Studies have reported its presence in limited areas, including the northern and central regions of the country. The plant typically grows in sandy soils and can tolerate high temperatures and saline conditions. Conservation efforts are necessary to protect this species due to its limited distribution and potential threats from habitat destruction and overgrazing.

Lepidium aucheri in a roadside depression of Abu Samra Road in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014
LinkLepidium aucheri in a roadside depression of Abu Samra Road in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014
Location on mapsطريق سلوى، Qatar
Pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on roadside of Salwa Road in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014
LinkPepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on roadside of Salwa Road in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014
Location on mapsطريق سلوى، Qatar
Shoots of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkShoots of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Seedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in silt near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkSeedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in silt near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Blooming plant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in silt near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkBlooming plant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in silt near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Blooming seedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkBlooming seedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Seedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkSeedling of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Blooming seedlings of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkBlooming seedlings of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Rosette of leaves of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkRosette of leaves of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Young plant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkYoung plant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Seedlings of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) growing on caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkSeedlings of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) growing on caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Young plants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) growing on caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
LinkYoung plants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) growing on caked mud near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 13, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Shoots of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
LinkShoots of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Plants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on caked mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
LinkPlants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on caked mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
Young plants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on caked mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
LinkYoung plants of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on caked mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar
Plant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
LinkPlant of pepper-grass (Lepidium aucheri) on mud in a silty depression near a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
Location on mapsUnnamed Road, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

Lepidium aucheri was observed growing in various locations in Qatar, including roadside depressions and areas with caked mud or silt. The plant was found in southern, south-western, and northern regions of the country. Observations were made during the months of February 2014 and 2016, with multiple stages of growth noted, including seedlings, young plants, and blooming plants. The species was able to thrive in a range of conditions, including mud, silt, and caked mud, and was often found growing in dense groups or rosettes. In some areas, the plant was observed blooming, with white flowers present on the shoots. Overall, Lepidium aucheri appears to be a adaptable and resilient species in Qatar's environment.

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Acknowledgements

QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.