Seedling of Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014Dolicholus flavus, Dolicholus minimus, Dolichos minimus, Glycine lamarckii, Glycine littoralis, Glycine reflexa, Rhynchosia aureo-guttata, Rhynchosia exigua, Rhynchosia hockii, Rhynchosia ischnoclada, Rhynchosia mexicana, Rhynchosia punctata
Least Snoutbean, pouteria
Rhynchosia minima is a species of flowering plant in the legume family known by the common names least snout-bean, burn-mouth-vine, and jumby bean. It can be found on every continent. It is naturalized in Hawaii.[+]
Rhynchosia minima is an annual herbaceous legume native to tropical and subtropical regions. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy and gravelly areas, often in disturbed habitats. The plant produces small yellow flowers and has a sprawling or prostrate habit. It is considered a rare species in Qatar, with limited records of its occurrence.
Seedling of Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014
Seed pods of Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) growing on bushes of Ziziphus near a road to Zubara, in area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014
Dry seed pods of Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) on roadside of a road to Zubara in area of Al Magdah farms in northern Qatar, May 2, 2014
Seedling of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Seedling of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) with flowers and fruits in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Flowers of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Seedling of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) growing from cracks in mud in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Seedling of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) emerging from mud in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Carpet of seedlings of least snout-bean (Rhynchosia minima) under Ziziphus bushes in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, October 24, 2015
Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, November 7, 2015
Leaf of Least Snout-Bean (Rhynchosia minima) in a depression on roadside of a road to Zubara, area of Al Magdah farms. Northern Qatar, November 7, 2015Observations of Rhynchosia minima in Qatar revealed that the plant grows in depressions and cracks in mud on roadsides, particularly in areas with silty soil. Seedlings were found emerging from mud and growing from cracks in several locations, including near Ziziphus bushes. The plant produces seed pods, which were observed in various stages of development, including dry and mature pods. Flowers and fruits were also observed on the seedlings. In some areas, a carpet of seedlings was formed under Ziziphus bushes. The leaves of the plant were also noted, and the plant was found to grow in the same location over time, with observations recorded in April, May, October, and November. The plant's ability to thrive in these conditions suggests its adaptability to the local environment.
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