Seeds of the Rakhami herb, Arsha (convolvulus pilosellifolius Desr)

Common name: Rakhma Herb Scientific name: Convolvulus pilosellifolius Desr Other names: Rasha, Lablaba A wild, grazing, semi-perennial herbaceous plant with multiple stems that spread in a creeping manner. Its leaves are ovate and elongated. Rakhma Al-Hatmi is characterized as a creeping, ground-covering plant with attractive flowers, suitable for soil coverage. What is the shape of Rakhma Rasha's flower? Its dense flowers are pinkish-white with five closely attached petals. It blooms in spring and continues flowering until summer if irrigated. What is the shape of Rakhma Rasha's seeds? Its seeds are small, dark-colored, and slightly curved. When is the planting season for Rakhma Rasha? October and November are the best months for planting its seeds. It can also be cultivated year-round in climate-controlled nurseries and areas with a moderate climate. What is the suitable climate and soil for cultivating Rakhma Rasha? Rakhma Rasha needs a moderate climate during germination. With regular watering, it can continue growing into summer, although it is slightly affected by intense heat, but it resumes growth after the weather cools. It thrives in clay soils and fertile plains. What is the method of planting Rakhma Rasha? It is propagated by seeds, either in plant containers and germination trays or directly in the ground, where they are planted at a depth not exceeding 1 cm. It should be watered sufficiently throughout the germination period. What are the benefits and uses of Rakhma Rasha? It is considered a grazing plant and also one of the flowering plants cultivated for decoration, in addition to its medicinal uses. Where is the original habitat of Rakhma Rasha? Central Asia, extending to Iraq, the Levant, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.