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Inula gnaphalodes, Strabonia gnaphalodes
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Pulicaria gnaphalodes is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). It is an annual herb native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, Pulicaria gnaphalodes has been found growing in sandy areas, saline flats, and coastal regions. Studies have reported its presence in various locations across the country, including the northern and southern parts of Qatar. The plant typically grows up to 30 cm tall, with greyish-green leaves and small yellow or orange flowers that bloom from March to May. Its growth is often associated with areas of low vegetation and high soil salinity, making it a hardy and adaptable species in Qatar's arid environment.
Plant with silvery leaves Pulicaria gnaphalodes in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013
Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Furry leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes in desert near industrial zone of Ras Laffan, north from Doha. Qatar, March 23, 2013Rashid Street, Ad-Daẖirah, Qatar
Pubescent leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes near Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014Unnamed Road, Fuwayriţ, Qatar
Leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes near Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014Unnamed Road, Fuwayriţ, Qatar
Blooming desert plant Pulicaria gnaphalodes on Fuwairit Hills (Jabal Fuwayrith), on north-eastern coast. Qatar, November 1, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Blooming Pulicaria gnaphalodes on Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, November 21, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Fresh pubescent leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes on a roadside of a road near Zubara. Northern Qatar, February 28, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes in sand on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 6, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Emerging fresheaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 6, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Dry stalks and fresh leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Fresh furry leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Emerging furry leaves of Pulicaria gnaphalodes on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, QatarPulicaria gnaphalodes was observed to have silvery, pubescent, and furry leaves in various locations in Qatar, including the desert near Ras Laffan and Fuwairit. The plant was found to be blooming on Fuwairit Hills and Jebel Fuwairit in November. Fresh pubescent leaves were seen on a roadside near Zubara in February, and emerging fresh leaves were observed on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit in March. The plant's leaves were also found in sand on the rocky ridge, and dry stalks with fresh leaves were present in March. The furry leaves of the plant were consistently noted throughout the observations, suggesting an adaptation to the desert environment. Overall, Pulicaria gnaphalodes was observed to thrive in Qatar's desert landscape.
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