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Boraginaceae; Arabic-Ramram-Tari, Rahab

Heliotropium curassavicum

Photo by Karan Raghwa
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Description:

Very rare plant only to be seen in Swehain, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Its a succulent herb; stem with many branches; leaves are 2-4cm long and 5-10mm wide; flowers are small, sessile

Habitat:

Its a very rare plant, only to be seen around Swehain. Flowering from Nov. to Jan

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Comments (2)

This is a beautiful plant known as Salt Heliotrope here in the states! It's apparently introduced in your area. Thank you for sharing!

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