Desert plant with yellow flowers Pulicaria undulata (Kootkaat, Rabool, Rabl, Rabd, Ghobbeira, Ghobbayra-a, Shaay gabali) near Harrarah, west from Mesayeed, south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 19, 2013Aster crispus, Francoeuria crispa, Francoeuria undulata, Inula crispa, Inula undulata, Pulicaria crispa
Crisp-leaved fleabane, jithjath, shay el-jebel, yethyas
Pulicaria undulata is an annual herb native to the Middle East and North Africa. In Qatar, it has been found to grow in sandy areas, wadis, and coastal plains. The plant typically blooms from February to May, producing small yellow flowers. Studies in Qatar have reported that Pulicaria undulata is a common species in the country's flora, often associated with other desert plants such as Zygophyllum qatarense and Stipagrostis plumosa. It has also been found to have medicinal properties, including antimicrobial and antioxidant activities, which are being researched for potential uses.
Desert plant with yellow flowers Pulicaria undulata (Kootkaat, Rabool, Rabl, Rabd, Ghobbeira, Ghobbayra-a, Shaay gabali) near Harrarah, west from Mesayeed, south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 19, 2013
Desert plant of aster family with yellow flowers Pulicaria undulata (Kootkaat, Rabool, Rabl, Rabd, Ghobbeira, Ghobbayra-a, Shaay gabali) in area of dunes near Harrarah, west from Mesayeed, south-west from Doha. Qatar, March 19, 2013
Blooming bush of Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on a roadside of Abu Samra Road in southern Qatar, February 11, 2014
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on roadside of Salwa Road in south-western Qatar, February 21, 2014
Seedling of Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression on roadside of a road to Zubara in area of Thaghab Al Majda. North-western Qatar, February 28, 2014
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) near a road from Dukhan to Al Jumayliyah. Western Qatar, March 1, 2014
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on roadside of a road from Dukhan to Al Jumayliyah. Western Qatar, March 1, 2014
Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on roadside of Dukhan Road in western Qatar, March 3, 2014
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on roadside of Dukhan Road in western Qatar, March 3, 2014
Pulicaria undulata (Kootkaat, Rabool, Rabl, Rabd, Ghobbeira, Ghobbayra-a, Shaay gabali) at entrance of Ras Abrouq Peninsula near Zekreet. Qatar, November 14, 2014
Plant of Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, January 8, 2015
Plants of Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) with Ziziphus trees in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, January 8, 2015
Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Numan (Naim tribe, Nuaman, Nuaimiya). Northern Qatar, January 24, 2015
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Numan (Naim tribe, Nuaman, Nuaimiya). Northern Qatar, January 24, 2015
Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Numan (Naim tribe, Nuaman, Nuaimiya). Northern Qatar, February 6, 2015
Blooming Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015
Large bush of Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015
Yellow flowers of Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015
Yellow flowers of Pulicaria undulata in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, March 20, 2015
Pulicaria undulata with seeds in a silty depression in Al Nuaman (Al Numan) near Zubara. Northern Qatar, April 17, 2015
Pulicaria undulata (local names jithjath, yethyas) in roadside depression near Dukhan Highway near Ash-Shahaniyah. Qatar, January 15, 2016
Plant of Pulicaria undulata with decumbent branches in a roadside depression east from Al Jebail water treatment plant. Al Khor, Qatar, January 23, 2016
Blooming Pulicaria undulata in a field of spear grass in Yoodah depression near Al Zubara Road. Northern Qatar, February 27, 2016
Pulicaria undulata (Francoeruria crispa, Pulicaria crispa, local names jithjath, yethyas) on roadside of a road to Sawda Natheel. Southern Qatar, April 15, 2016The plant Pulicaria undulata was observed in various locations throughout Qatar from 2013 to 2016. It was found growing in deserts, along roadsides, and in silty depressions. The plant produces yellow flowers and can form large bushes. Observations were made in western, southern, and northern parts of the country, including near Doha, Mesayeed, Al Zubara, and Al Nuaman. The plant was also found in areas with Ziziphus trees and spear grass. Local names for the plant include jithjath, yethyas, Kootkaat, Rabool, and Ghobbeira. Some observations noted the presence of cattle bones near the plants, suggesting that they may grow in areas where livestock graze. Overall, Pulicaria undulata appears to be a common and widespread species in Qatar's desert landscapes.
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