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Rumex vesicarius, also known as bladder dock, is an annual or perennial herb native to North Africa and the Middle East. In Qatar, it has been found growing in sandy soils, often near coastal areas and saline flats. The plant typically grows up to 30-60 cm tall, with triangular leaves and clusters of small, greenish flowers. Studies have reported its presence in various regions of Qatar, including the northeastern coast and inland areas. Rumex vesicarius is considered a halophyte, tolerant of high salt concentrations, which allows it to thrive in Qatar's saline environments.
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) in a desert. Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 5, 2010
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid or Hanzab, Hambaz) in desert of Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 2, 2012
Salwa Rd, Qatar
Seeds of Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) in desert of Harrarah, 40 miles south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 2, 2012Unnamed Road, Qatar
Bladderdock (Rumex vesicarius, local name homeid) on a roadside of Salwa Road. Qatar, February 14, 2014Salwa Road, Ar-Rayyān, Qatar
Bladderdock (Rumex vesicarius, local name homeid) on roadside in southern Qatar, February 14, 2014خط الوكير، Qatar
Bladderdock (Rumex vesicarius, local name homeid) on roadside of a road to Zubara in Al Magdah farms area, in north-western Qatar, February 22, 2014Al Ghuwairiya HC St, Al-Ghuwayriyah, Qatar
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) in silty depression near Ras Laffan. Northern Qatar, February 28, 2014Unnamed Road, Qatar
Bladderdock (Rumex vesicarius, local name homeid) near Zubara exit of Al Shamal Road. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014Al Shamal Rd, Qatar
Flowers of bladderdock (Rumex vesicarius, local name homeid) near Zubara exit of Al Shamal Road. Northern Qatar, April 3, 2014Al Shamal Rd, Qatar
Blooming bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) grown on side of Al Luqta Street, near to Education City. Doha, Qatar, April 11, 2014Al Luqta St, Doha, Qatar
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius) found on roadside near IKEA supermarket. Doha, Qatar, January 24, 2015
Striped Hawkmoth caterpillar (Hyles livornica) eating bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius) found on roadside near IKEA supermarket. Doha, Qatar, January 24, 2015
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius) found on roadside of Dukhan Road. Qatar, February 13, 2015Dukhan Hwy, Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar
Blooming Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) on a roadside east from Al Jebail water treatment plant. Al Khor, Qatar, January 23, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) on roadside of Salwa Road. Qatar, March 4, 2016Salwa Rd, Qatar
Bladder dock (Rumex vesicarius, local name Hummeid) on roadside of Salwa Highway. Southern Qatar, April 8, 2016Salwa Rd, QatarRumex vesicarius, also known as Bladder dock or Hummeid, is a plant observed in various locations in Qatar. It has been found growing in deserts, such as Harrarah, 40 miles south-west of Doha, and in silty depressions near Ras Laffan. The plant has also been spotted on roadsides, including Salwa Road, Al Shamal Road, and Dukhan Road, indicating its ability to thrive in disturbed areas. Observations were made between March 2010 and April 2016, with the plant blooming during this time, producing seeds, and being consumed by insects like the Striped Hawkmoth caterpillar. The plant's local names vary, including Hummeid, Hanzab, Hambaz, and homeid, reflecting its presence in different regions of Qatar. It has been found in northern, southern, and central areas of the country, including Doha and Al Khor.
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