Sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016Andropogon halepensis, Andropogon sorghum, Andropogon × drummondii, Andropogon × sudanensis, Holcus sorghum, Holcus × sudanensis, Sorghum bicolor, Sorghum halepense, Sorghum saccharatum, Sorghum vulgare, Sorghum × sudanense
Sudangrass
Sorghum × drummondii (Sudangrass), is a hybrid-derived species of grass raised for forage and grain, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Eastern Africa. The plant is cultivated in Southern Europe, South America, Central America, North America and Southern Asia, for forage or as a cover crop.[+]
Sorghum sudanense is a type of grass known as Sudan grass, native to Africa but widely cultivated and naturalized in many parts of the world, including the Middle East. In Qatar, it has been found growing wild, particularly in areas with fertile soil and adequate moisture, such as along roadsides, in agricultural fields, and near water sources. Its presence indicates a level of disturbance or human activity, as it often thrives in disturbed habitats. It is valued for its fodder and as a cover crop to prevent erosion. Due to its hardiness and rapid growth, Sorghum sudanense can be both beneficial and invasive, depending on the context of its cultivation or spread in Qatar's environment.
Sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016
Grains of sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016
Sudan grass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016
Stalk of sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016
Close up of sudangrass (Sorghum sudanense, Sorghum x drummondii) taken from area at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets in Umm Lekhba area. Doha, Qatar, February 3, 2016Observations of Sorghum sudanense in Qatar reveal a plant with notable characteristics. The grains of sudangrass are visible, indicating the plant's reproductive stage. The stalks of the plant are also prominent, suggesting a robust growth habit. A close-up view of the plant shows its detailed features, while observations of the entire plant provide context for its overall appearance. The plant was found in the Umm Lekhba area of Doha, specifically at the corner of Al Ghadeeriyat and Al Ghafat streets, on February 3, 2016. The observations highlight the plant's morphology and growth characteristics in the Qatari environment. The sudangrass appears to be thriving in this location, with visible grains and sturdy stalks. Overall, the observations provide a detailed look at Sorghum sudanense in Qatar.
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