Kleinia quadricolor, Mekistus sinensis, Quisqualis ebracteata, Quisqualis glabra, Quisqualis grandiflora, Quisqualis indica, Quisqualis longiflora, Quisqualis loureiroi, Quisqualis madagascariensis, Quisqualis obovata, Quisqualis pubescens, Quisqualis sinensis, Quisqualis spinosa, Quisqualis villosa
Burma Creeper, Chinese Honeysuckle, Cocuisa, Corazon de hombre, Cuiscualis, Rangoon Creeper
Combretum indicum, also known as the Chinese honeysuckle or Rangoon creeper, is a vine with red flower clusters and is found in Asia. It is found in many other parts of the world either as a cultivated ornamental or run wild. Other names for the plant include Quiscual (in Spanish), Niyog-niyogan (in Filipino), Madhu Malti or Madhumalti (in Hindi), Malati ( মালতী in Assamese), Akar Dani (in Malay) and Radha Manoharam (in Telugu).
Quisqualis indica, also known as Rangoon creeper or Chinese honeysuckle, is an evergreen vine native to tropical Asia. In Qatar, it is commonly grown as an ornamental plant due to its fragrant, white, yellow, and red flowers that bloom in summer. It thrives in the country's hot and humid climate, often used for landscaping and gardening purposes.
Observations of Quisqualis indica in Qatar revealed its presence in the West Bay area of Doha. The plant was spotted on Al Sham Street, where it displayed its distinctive flowers. On April 11, 2014, the Rangoon Creeper was observed, and six days later, on April 17, 2014, its red and white flowers were noted. The flowers were a notable feature of the plant, adding to its aesthetic appeal. The ability of Quisqualis indica to thrive in Qatar's environment was evident from its growth in the West Bay area, suggesting that it can adapt to the local climate. The plant's appearance in this region indicates its potential as an ornamental species in Qatari gardens and landscapes. Its flowering pattern and vigor were observed during the month of April.
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