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Gaad, germander, Hulwort, jaad, yaad
Teucrium polium (known popularly as felty germander) is a sub-shrub and herb native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. Its flowers are small and range from pink to white, and its leaves are used in cooking and for medicine, particularly for the treatment of stomach ailments. It has also shown some promise in the treatment of visceral pain. In traditional Persian medicine, T. polium (locally called 'kalpooreh') is used as an anti-hypertensive, anti-bacterial, carminative, anti-nociceptive, anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrhea, anti-diabetes and anti-convulsant agent. A scientific study in 2003 failed to find any benefit to diabetics, even though it is commonly used in the mideast for this purpose. A scientific study in 2006 found that it does have anti-nociceptive and anti-spasmodic effects. Caution should be applied with use of this herb due to its known liver and kidney toxicity.
Teucrium polium, also known as felty germander or polio, is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East. In Qatar, it has been found growing wild, typically in dry, sandy areas and limestone plateaus. Studies have identified its presence in various locations across the country, including the northern and central regions. The plant is characterized by its greyish-white leaves, covered with soft hairs, and produces small, white or pale blue flowers. In Qatar, Teucrium polium has been reported to exhibit adaptations to the local arid environment, such as deep roots to access groundwater and a low-growing habit to conserve water.
Flower heads of hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) in a runnel north from Dukhan in western Qatar, March 3, 2014
Abdulla Bin Jasim Street, Dukhan, Qatar
Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) in a runnel north from Dukhan in western Qatar, March 3, 2014Unnamed Road, Qatar
Shoot of Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) on Jebel Fuwairit. Qatar, October 3, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Dry leaves of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on Jebel Fuwairit. Qatar, October 3, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Dry leaves and buds of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on Jebel Fuwairit. Qatar, October 3, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Shoot of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) in area between Al Khor and Ras Laffan. Qatar, November 1, 2014Fish Roundabout, Qatar
Flowers of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on Fuwairit Hills (Jabal Fuwayrith), on north-eastern coast. Qatar, November 1, 2014
Shoot of Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) on Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, November 21, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Young leaves of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, December 12, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Shoots of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, December 12, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Fresh leaves of Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, December 12, 2014Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Hulwort (Teucrium polium) planted on a roundabout near student dorms in Education City. Doha, Qatar, February 5, 2015
Hulwort (Teucrium polium) with a flower on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Road, Qatar
Pillow shaped plant of hulwort (Teucrium polium) on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, April 17, 2015Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Blooming Hulwort (Teucrium polium) on rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, January 29, 2016
Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 12, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) with flowers on a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 12, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) on a sandy slope of a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 12, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Shoots of hulwort (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) on a sandy slope of a rocky ridge of Jebel Fuwairit. Northern Qatar, March 12, 2016Fuwyrit Beach Rd, Qatar
Felty germander (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) near Jabal Al Jassasiya, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, March 26, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Felty germander (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) among dry grass in a depression behind a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, March 26, 2016Unnamed Road, Qatar
Plants of felty germander (Teucrium polium, local names jaad, yaad) among dry grass in a depression behind a rocky ridge in Jabal Al Jassasiya, on north-eastern coast. Qatar, March 26, 2016Unnamed Road, QatarTeucrium polium, also known as hulwort or felty germander, was observed in various locations in Qatar, including Dukhan, Jebel Fuwairit, and Jabal Al Jassasiya. The plant was found growing in runnels, on rocky ridges, and in sandy slopes. Observations were made at different times of the year, from March to December, and the plant was seen in various stages of growth, including flowering, budding, and dry leaves. Some observations noted the presence of lizard droppings among the plant's dry leaves. The plant was also found growing in a planted environment, such as on a roundabout near student dorms in Education City. Overall, Teucrium polium appears to be a hardy and adaptable plant that can thrive in Qatar's desert environment. It was observed with flowers, young leaves, and shoots, indicating its ability to grow and reproduce in the region.
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