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Palafoxia integrifolia |
Palafoxia integrifolia, commonly known as the Coastalplain palafox and coastal plain palafox, is a species of palafox native to the southeastern United States.
Description
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Palafoxia integrifolia is a herbaceous annual plant with pinkish-white disc flowers arranged in inflorescences. It has glossy, alternating leaves which are elogate on the lower portion of the stems and more linear at the top.[2] The stems of P. integrifolia are less woody than other species of palafox, making it prone to drooping.[2]
Taxonomy and etymology
[edit]P. integrifolia was described in 1842 by Thomas Nuttall. The generic name refers to José de Palafox y Melci[3], while the species name is derived from the Latin word integrifolius, meaning "having entire leaves". Polypteris integrifolia is a valid synonym.[3]
Distribution and habitat
[edit]P. integrifolia is found in the states of Georgia and Florida, where it grows in sandy uplands.[2]
Ecology
[edit]Like other Palafoxia species, P. integrifolia is attractive to birds and insects, which aid in pollination.
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[edit]Category:Palafoxia Category:Flora of Florida Category:Flora of Georgia