Proiphys

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Proiphys

1. Description Proiphys is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae. It comprises around 15 species of evergreen perennial bulbs that are native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific region. The name “Proiphys” is derived from the Greek words “pro” meaning “before” and “physa” meaning “bladder”. This refers to the inflated spathe that surrounds the flowers.…