Plant of Bienertia cycloptera in a roadside gully of Salwa Rd. in Abu Samra, near Saudi border. Southern Qatar
The image features a plant of **Bienertia cycloptera**, also known as the "living fossil," situated within a roadside gully along Salwa Road in Abu Samra, near the Saudi border in southern Qatar. The photograph was taken on November 27, 2015.
**Plant Characteristics**
* The plant has green, succulent leaves and stems.
* It appears to be growing in sandy soil or gravel.
* The surrounding environment is arid, with little vegetation visible.
**Background**
* In the background, a blue sky with white clouds can be seen.
* Streetlights are visible in the distance.
**Overall Impression**
The image suggests that **Bienertia cycloptera** is adapted to survive in harsh desert conditions. – AI vision
