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Salsola collina Pall.

Synonyms

Salsola chinensis, Salsola kali

Common names

Slender Russian thistle, slender saltwort

AI-generated Description

Salsola collina, also known as the prickly saltwort, is a small shrub native to arid regions. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in coastal and inland areas, tolerating high salinity and drought. Studies have reported its presence in various Qatari habitats, including sandy dunes, sabkhas, and rocky outcrops, where it often forms part of the vegetation community. Its adaptability to harsh conditions makes it a common species in Qatar's desert landscapes.

Stalk of tumbleweed (slender saltwort, slender Russian thistle, Salsola collina(?)) in Rawdat Al Faras Research Station (RAFRS) near Al Zubara Road. Qatar, April 29, 2016
Unnamed Road, Al-Ghuwayriyah, Qatar

Shoot of tumbleweed (slender saltwort, slender Russian thistle, Salsola collina(?)) in Rawdat Al Faras Research Station (RAFRS) near Al Zubara Road. Qatar, April 29, 2016
Unnamed Road, Al-Ghuwayriyah, Qatar

Branch of tumbleweed (slender saltwort, slender Russian thistle, Salsola collina(?)) taken from Rawdat Al Faras Research Station (RAFRS) near Al Zubara Road. Qatar, April 29, 2016

AI-generated summary of observations

Observations of Salsola collina in Qatar revealed notable characteristics. The stalk of the plant was observed at Rawdat Al Faras Research Station near Al Zubara Road on April 29, 2016. A shoot of the plant was also seen at the same location, displaying its growth pattern. Additionally, a branch of the tumbleweed was collected from the research station, allowing for closer examination. The plant's appearance and structure were documented through photographs, providing valuable information about its morphology. The observations suggest that Salsola collina is present in Qatar and can be found in specific areas such as the Rawdat Al Faras Research Station. Further study of the plant's habits and distribution in Qatar may be warranted to fully understand its presence in the region. The plant's identification as Salsola collina was tentative, indicating a need for confirmation.

Links

• Flora of Qatar.
• Unknown plants or plants without names.
• Duplicate and extra pictures of plants.
• Earlier version of collection of plants.
• Other collections of pictures from Qatar: Lizards of Qatar, Cats of Qatar, Camels of Qatar, and Fish of Qatar.
• Picture archives.
• Home page of A. Sergeev.

Outside links

• Salsola collina from www.theplantlist.org
• Ekhlas M. M. Abdel Bary, The Flora of Qatar, Volume I: The Dicotyledons. Doha 2012
• Flora of Qatar, Volume II: The Monocotyledons
• Illustrated Checklist of the Flora of Qatar. John Norton et al. 2009
• Qatar eNature. Flora
• Ali Al-Rawi, Flowering plants of Kuwait, 1985
• Plants of Kuwait
• Flora of Saudi Arabia, Al-Qassim Region
• Flora of Eastern Saudi Arabia by Rain and Dust at Flickr
• Plants of South-Western Morocco
• Pictures from Qatar (Flickr/cpmkutty)
• Arabian plants by Gary Brown
• Flora of Israel

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Acknowledgements

QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.