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Acacia cumanensis, Acacia juliflora, Acacia salinarum, Algarobia juliflora, Desmanthus salinarum, Mimosa juliflora, Mimosa piliflora, Mimosa salinarum, Neltuma bakeri, Neltuma juliflora, Neltuma occidenatlis, Neltuma occidentalis, Neltuma pallescens, Prosopis bracteolata, Prosopis cumanensis, Prosopis domingensis, Prosopis dulcis, Prosopis vidaliana
Al ghaf, ghweif, Ironwood, meskeet, Mesquite, Prosopis chilensis, qwaif
Prosopis juliflora (Spanish: bayahonda blanca) is a shrub or small tree in the Fabaceae family, a kind of mesquite. It is native to Mexico, South America and the Caribbean. It has become established as an invasive weed in Africa, Asia, Australia and elsewhere.
Prosopis juliflora, also known as mesquite, is a thorny, deciduous tree native to the Americas. It has been introduced to other parts of the world, including Qatar, where it has become naturalized. In Qatar, P. juliflora is often found in coastal and inland areas, tolerating high salinity and drought. Studies have shown that it can outcompete native vegetation, alter ecosystems, and pose a threat to biodiversity. Despite this, it also provides shade, food, and habitat for various animals, highlighting the need for careful management of its presence in Qatar's environment.
Palm Island with a lone mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) remaining from a resort mysteriously demolished in 2006 before Asian Games, view from Corniche. Doha, Qatar, March 25, 2011
Seed pod among dry leaves fallen on the ground of mesquite (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis, ironwood, local names meskeet, ghweif, al ghaf) in Trainah gardens. Southern Qatar, March 5, 2014
Mazra`at Turayna, Qatar
Seed pod with dry leaves fallen on the ground of mesquite (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis, ironwood, local names meskeet, ghweif, al ghaf) in Trainah gardens. Southern Qatar, March 5, 2014Mazra`at Turayna, Qatar
Flowers of mesquite (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis, ironwood, local names meskeet, ghweif, al ghaf) near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms in northern Qatar, May 2, 2014Unnamed Road, Al-Ghuwayriyah, Qatar
Flowers and a green seed pod of mesquite (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis, ironwood, local names meskeet, ghweif, al ghaf) near a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms in northern Qatar, October 24, 2014Al Shamal Road, Sidriyat Al Kheesah, Qatar
Mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis)(?) in a village of Al Jumail (Jumayl) west of Ruwais. Northern Qatar, May 9, 2015Abo Dhalouf, Abu Al Dhalouf, Qatar
Yellow fall foliage of mesquite (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis, ironwood, local names meskeet, ghweif, al ghaf) east from Al Jebail water treatment plant. Al Khor, Qatar, December 20, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora, Prosopis chilensis) in Ain Mohamed Fort near Al Areesh Road north from Zubara. Northern Qatar, December 26, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Dry mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora)(?) near a road to Zubara. North-western Qatar, January 16, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Big mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) in area of Uwaynat Bin Husayn Water Well near Simaisma. Qatar, January 16, 2016Al Khor Coastal Rd, Qatar
Old mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) near Uwaynat Bin Husayn Water Well near Simaisma. Qatar, January 16, 2016Al Khor Coastal Rd, Qatar
Mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) in a park of Qatar University. Doha, Qatar, March 23, 2016Al Jamiaa St, Doha, Qatar
Flowers of mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) in a park of Qatar University. Doha, Qatar, March 23, 2016Al Jamiaa St, Doha, Qatar
Mesquite tree (Prosopis juliflora) in a park of Qatar University. Doha, Qatar, April 25, 2016Al Jamiaa St, Doha, QatarMesquite trees (Prosopis juliflora) were observed in various locations throughout Qatar, including Doha, Southern Qatar, and Northern Qatar. The trees were found to produce seed pods, which were often seen among dry leaves on the ground. Flowers were also observed on the trees, particularly near roads and in areas with farms. The trees were noted to have yellow fall foliage, and some were seen to be dry or old. Mesquite trees were found in a range of environments, including parks, gardens, and villages, and were often associated with water sources, such as wells and treatment plants. Observations were made over several years, from 2011 to 2016, and included notes on the local names for the tree, such as "meskeet" and "al ghaf". The trees were also found in urban areas, including Qatar University.
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