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Ononis serrata Forssk.

Common names

Sharash

AI-generated Description

Ononis serrata, also known as the Serrated Restharrow, is a perennial legume native to the Mediterranean region. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy and gravelly areas, often in association with other desert plants. Studies have reported its presence in various parts of the country, including the northern and central regions. The plant's adaptability to Qatar's arid environment is notable, with its deep taproot allowing it to access water deep in the soil. Local findings suggest that Ononis serrata plays a role in stabilizing sand dunes and providing habitat for local wildlife.

Restharrow plant Ononis serrata at entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014
Dukhan - Umm Bab Hwy, Umm Bab, Qatar

Restharrow Ononis serrata with a flower at entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014
Dukhan - Umm Bab Hwy, Umm Bab, Qatar

Restharrow plant Ononis serrata on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016
Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar

Restharrow Ononis serrata on a rocky road on Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016
Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar

Restharrow Ononis serrata on white background from a rocky road of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 19, 2016
Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

The plant Ononis serrata was observed in various locations in Qatar, including the entrance of Umm Bab in south-western Qatar and on the rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit in Northern Qatar. In February 2014, it was seen at the entrance of Umm Bab with and without flowers. Two years later, in March 2016, it was spotted on a rocky road on Jebel Fuwairit, as well as on the rocky ridge itself. The plant was also photographed against a white background to provide a clearer view of its features. These observations suggest that Ononis serrata can thrive in Qatar's rocky and dry environments, and can be found in different regions of the country. The plant's presence was documented through photographs, providing a visual record of its appearance and habitat in Qatar. Its ability to grow on rocky roads and ridges is notable.

Links

• Flora of Qatar.
• Unknown plants or plants without names.
• Duplicate and extra pictures of plants.
• Earlier version of collection of plants.
• Other collections of pictures from Qatar: Lizards of Qatar, Cats of Qatar, Camels of Qatar, and Fish of Qatar.
• Picture archives.
• Home page of A. Sergeev.

Outside links

• Ononis serrata from www.catalogueoflife.org
• Ekhlas M. M. Abdel Bary, The Flora of Qatar, Volume I: The Dicotyledons. Doha 2012
• Flora of Qatar, Volume II: The Monocotyledons
• Illustrated Checklist of the Flora of Qatar. John Norton et al. 2009
• Qatar eNature. Flora
• Ali Al-Rawi, Flowering plants of Kuwait, 1985
• Plants of Kuwait
• Flora of Saudi Arabia, Al-Qassim Region
• Flora of Eastern Saudi Arabia by Rain and Dust at Flickr
• Plants of South-Western Morocco
• Pictures from Qatar (Flickr/cpmkutty)
• Arabian plants by Gary Brown
• Flora of Israel

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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.