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Aegean Dock, hommad, Khillah
Rumex dentatus is a species of flowering plant in the knotweed family known by the common name toothed dock. It is native to parts of Eurasia and North Africa, and it is widely known elsewhere as an introduced species and a common roadside weed. It grows in disturbed habitat, often in moist areas, such as lakeshores and the edges of cultivated fields. It is an annual or biennial herb producing a slender, erect stem up to 70 or 80 centimeters in maximum height. The leaves are lance-shaped to oval with slightly wavy edges, growing to a maximum length around 12 centimeters. The inflorescence is an interrupted series of clusters of flowers, with 10 to 20 flowers per cluster and each flower hanging on a pedicel. Each flower has usually six tepals, the 3 inner of which are edged with spinelike teeth and have tubercles at their centers.[+]
Rumex dentatus, also known as toothed dock, is an annual or biennial herb native to Eurasia and Africa. In Qatar, it has been found growing in various habitats, including roadsides, waste areas, and coastal regions. Studies have reported its presence in the country's flora, particularly in the northern and eastern parts of Qatar. The plant can thrive in saline soils and is often associated with disturbed or ruderal environments. Its adaptation to Qatar's arid climate suggests a degree of tolerance to high temperatures and drought.
Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus, local names Khillah, hommad) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya Farms. South-western Qatar, March 29, 2014
Salwa Road, Qatar
Close up of Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus, local names Khillah, hommad) on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya Farms. South-western Qatar, March 29, 2014Salwa Road, Qatar
Small plant of Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus, local names Khillah, hommad) on a field on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, April 10, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Close up of Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus, local names Khillah, hommad) on a field on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, April 10, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Stand of Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus) on a field on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, April 10, 2015Unnamed Road, Qatar
Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus) taken from Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya (Irkaya) Farms. Qatar, April 22, 2016Aegean dock (Rumex dentatus) was observed growing on Green Circles (center-pivot irrigation) in Irkhaya Farms in south-western Qatar. The plant was found to be small in size, with close-up observations showing its detailed characteristics. It was also seen growing in stands on the fields, indicating its ability to thrive in the irrigated environment. The plant was observed on multiple dates, including March 29, 2014, April 10, 2015, and April 22, 2016, suggesting that it is a common weed in the area. Local names for the plant include Khillah and hommad, indicating its recognition by locals. The observations highlight the presence of Aegean dock in Qatar's agricultural landscapes, particularly in areas with center-pivot irrigation.
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