The image depicts a close-up view of a small, green plant growing amidst rocks and sand on the side of a road. The plant has numerous thin, spiky leaves that are densely packed together and resemble needles or thorns. They are bright green with white tips.
The plant is situated among a collection of small to medium-sized grayish-white rocks, which vary in size but appear to be relatively uniform in color. Some of the rocks have a slightly darker hue than others, suggesting they may be different types or have been weathered differently over time.
In the background, the sandy soil beneath the plant is visible, with some small pebbles scattered about. The overall setting suggests a dry, arid environment, possibly in a desert or semi-arid region. – AI vision
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Similar(2): Cornulaca aucheri (local name thalj) in sand dunes near Inland Sea Road. Southern Qatar, March 5, 2014
Similar(3): Brownish plant Cornulaca aucheri in windblown sand in Harrarah (Al Kharrarah). Southern Qatar, March 27, 2015
Similar(4): Cornulaca aucheri (local name thalj) south from Abu Nahlah. Qatar, April 25, 2014
Similar(5): Cornulaca aucheri (local name thalj) at the foot of Jebel Fuwairit. Qatar, June 4, 2016
Similar(6): Thorns of Cornulaca aucheri (local name thalj) south from Abu Nahlah. Qatar, April 25, 2014
Similar(7): Cornulaca aucheri (local name thalj) in sand south from Abu Nahlah. Qatar, April 25, 2014
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