Seeds of the Rakhami herb, Al-Rasha (convolvulus pilosellifolius Desr)

Common name: Rakhma Herb Rasha Scientific name: Convolvulus pilosellifolius Desr Other names: Rasha - Lablaba A wild, grazing, semi-perennial herb with multiple creeping stems. Its leaves are ovate and elongated. Rakhma Al-Hatmi is characterized as a ground-covering, creeping plant with attractive flowers, suitable for soil coverage. What is the shape of Rakhma Rasha's flower? Its dense flowers are pinkish-white and have 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, and it can also be cultivated year-round in climate-controlled preserves and areas with a moderate climate. What is the suitable climate and soil for growing Rakhma Rasha? It needs a moderate climate during germination, and with regular watering, it can continue until summer, as it is slightly affected by intense heat but resumes growth after the weather cools. It thrives in clay soils and fertile plains. How is Rakhma Rasha cultivated? It is propagated by seeds, either in plant containers and germination trays or directly in the ground, where they are planted at a depth of no more than 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 native habitat of Rakhma Rasha? Central Asia, extending to Iraq, the Levant, and Saudi Arabia.