11,120 observationsExtinct
prairie phlox
Phlox pilosa
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Ericales βΊFamily: Polemoniaceae βΊGenus: Phlox
About
Phlox pilosa (downy phlox or prairie phlox) is an herbaceous plant in the family Polemoniaceae. It is native to eastern North America, where it is found in open areas such as prairies and woodlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of prairie phlox is Phlox pilosa.
- prairie phlox belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- prairie phlox belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- prairie phlox belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- prairie phlox belongs to the order Ericales.
- prairie phlox belongs to the family Polemoniaceae.
- prairie phlox belongs to the genus Phlox.