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Description Phaseolus Acutifolius, commonly known as the Desert Runner Bean, is a hardy and heat-tolerant plant that belongs to the legume family. This plant is native to Mexico and the southwestern United States and has been cultivated for centuries by indigenous people for its edible seeds, pods, and leaves. The Desert Runner Bean is a perennial plant that can grow…

Description Pilostyles is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apodanthaceae. It consists of nine species of parasitic plants, all of which are found in the Americas. These plants are unique in that they lack leaves, stems, and roots. Instead, they have small flowers that are attached to the host plant, from which they absorb water and nutrients. Pilostyles…

Description Pyracantha Angustifolia Yukon Belle is a shrub that is native to western China. It is a popular ornamental plant because of its attractive flowers and berries. This shrub belongs to the Rosaceae family and is known for its thorny branches. It is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 10 feet tall and wide. The leaves are dark green,…

Description Platylophus is a genus of plants that belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It is known for its unique appearance, with leaves that resemble a fan or a bird’s wings. The plant is native to Madagascar and is commonly found in tropical regions. Platylophus is a hardy plant that can grow up to 6 feet tall and has a lifespan…

Description Phagnalon Rupestre, also known as the Rock Cotton, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically in rocky habitats in Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus. The plant has a woody base and can grow up to 30cm in height. It produces small, pink flowers that bloom from June to September.…

Description Philonotis is a genus of mosses in the family Bartramiaceae. It is commonly found in damp and shady habitats such as forests, bogs, and wetlands. The genus includes around 80 species, which are distributed worldwide, with a higher concentration in temperate regions. Philonotis mosses are characterized by their unbranched stems, erect to spreading leaves that are often twisted when…

Description Pseudopanax Chathamicus, commonly known as Chatham Island Lancewood, is an endemic tree species of New Zealand. It is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It has an unusual growth habit, starting its life as a narrow-leaved tree and then developing a broader leaf shape as it matures. The tree is widely grown…

Description Protea Mundii, also known as the Forest Sugarbush, is a flowering plant that is native to South Africa. This plant belongs to the Proteaceae family and is known for its stunning and unique appearance. The plant is named after Professor Carl Munro, who was a renowned botanist and an expert in the field of Proteaceae. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…

Description Protea is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Proteaceae family. It is native to South Africa and Australia, and it includes more than 2000 species. These plants are known for their unique and stunning flowers that come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. The flowers typically have a leathery texture and are surrounded by…

Description Physochlaina Physaloides, also known as the bladder cherry, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and is commonly found in open grasslands, forests, and meadows. The plant grows up to 50cm tall and produces small white to greenish-yellow flowers that bloom from June to September. The fruit of the…