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Polycarpon tetraphyllum (L.) L.

Synonyms

Alsine polycarpa, Holosteum tetraphyllum, Mollugo tetraphylla, Polycarpaea tetraphylla, Polycarpon floribundum

Extract from Wikipedia article

Polycarpon tetraphyllum, commonly known as four-leaved allseed (also fourleaf allseed or fourleaf manyseed), is a plant of the family Caryophyllaceae (pinks). An annual herb growing to 15 cm in height, it is found on sandy soils, in coastal areas and on wasteland. Native to Europe, it is also naturalised in parts of North America, Australia and elsewhere. It is rare in Britain, except in the Scilly Isles.

AI-generated description

Polycarpon tetraphyllum is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region and Western Asia. In Qatar, it has been found growing in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and construction sites. The plant thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, producing small white flowers from February to May. Its presence in Qatar indicates its adaptability to arid environments and ability to colonize new habitats.

Plant of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) growing from a crevice on United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Plant of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Close up of a plant of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Plant of four-leaved allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) taken from United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Plant of four-leaved allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on white background taken from United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Plant of four-leaved allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) with tiny flowers taken from United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, February 2, 2016

Fourleaf manyseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf manyseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf manyseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on a crevice of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf manyseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on cracks of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf manyseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on pavement of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) growing from crevices on pavement of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Plant of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on pavement of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Close up of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) on pavement of sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Branch of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) taken from sidewalk of United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Plant of fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) taken from United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 14, 2016

Fourleaf allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 24, 2016

Polycarpon tetraphyllum taken from United Nations Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, March 31, 2016

Branch of four-leaved allseed (Polycarpon tetraphyllum) taken from Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, April 18, 2016

AI-generated summary of observations

The Polycarpon tetraphyllum plant was observed growing in various locations on United Nations Street in the Onaiza area of Doha, Qatar, between February and April 2016. It was found growing from crevices, cracks, and pavement on sidewalks, often in close proximity to each other. The plant produced tiny flowers and had a sprawling habit, with branches extending from the main stem. Close-up observations revealed detailed characteristics of the plant's leaves and stems. The plant was able to thrive in urban environments, tolerating the hot and dry conditions of Qatar's climate. Multiple observations were made over several weeks, indicating that the plant is able to persist and grow in these areas over time. The plant's ability to grow in a variety of locations suggests its adaptability to different environments.

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Acknowledgements

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