Flowers that start with the letter “P” encompass a wide variety of shapes, colors, and scents, each bringing unique beauty and charm to gardens and landscapes. From the vibrant Pansy and the elegant Peony to the exotic Protea and the delicate Primrose, these flowers are cherished for their ornamental appeal and often symbolic meanings. Whether used in floral arrangements, as garden staples, or for their ecological benefits, “P” flowers add splendor and diversity to any setting.
Pansy:
A cool-weather flower known for its heart-shaped, overlapping petals in bright colors. Often used in garden beds and borders.
Peony
Large, fragrant blooms that come in various shades of pink, red, white, and yellow. Popular in bouquets and gardens.
Petunia
A versatile annual with trumpet-shaped flowers in a wide range of colors. Ideal for hanging baskets and containers.
Phlox
A flowering plant with clusters of star-shaped flowers, available in many colors. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Primrose
Early spring bloomers with bright, cheerful flowers. They thrive in shaded areas and woodland gardens.
Protea
Exotic flowers known for their unique shapes and vibrant colors. Native to South Africa and used in floral arrangements.
Poppy
Delicate, papery flowers that come in a variety of colors. Known for their seed pods and used in remembrance symbolism.
Pasque Flower
Spring-blooming perennials with bell-shaped flowers and feathery seed heads. They prefer sunny, well-drained areas.
Penstemon
Also known as beardtongue, these perennials have tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds. Available in various colors.
Pincushion Flower
Also known as Scabiosa, these flowers have a unique, pincushion-like appearance and come in shades of blue, pink, and white.
Prairie Coneflower
Also known as Ratibida, these flowers have drooping petals and prominent central cones. They thrive in prairies and meadows.
Passionflower
Exotic-looking flowers with intricate designs. They are often grown for their ornamental value and edible fruit.
Pelargonium
Commonly known as geraniums, these plants have fragrant leaves and bright, colorful flowers. Popular in gardens and containers.
Parrot Tulip
Tulips with ruffled, feather-like petals and vibrant colors. They add a dramatic touch to spring gardens.
Periwinkle
Also known as Vinca, these plants have small, star-shaped flowers and glossy leaves. They are commonly used as ground cover.
Persian Buttercup
Known as Ranunculus, these flowers have layers of delicate petals and come in a wide range of colors. Popular in bouquets.
Pitcher Plant
Carnivorous plants with tubular leaves that trap insects. They have unique, pitcher-shaped structures and thrive in boggy areas.
Pineapple Lily
Tropical plants with rosettes of strap-like leaves and tall flower spikes that resemble pineapples. They prefer sunny locations.
Painted Daisy
Also known as Pyrethrum, these daisies have colorful petals and are used for their natural insecticidal properties.
Pink
A common name for Dianthus, these flowers have fringed petals and a spicy fragrance. They come in shades of pink, red, and white.
Polemonium
Also known as Jacob’s Ladder, these plants have fern-like foliage and clusters of blue or white flowers.
Pyrethrum
Another name for painted daisy, known for its insect-repellent properties and bright, colorful flowers.
Purple Coneflower
Also known as Echinacea, these flowers have large, purple petals and prominent central cones. They are used in herbal remedies.
Persian Violet
Known as Exacum, these small, fragrant flowers come in shades of blue, purple, and white. They are often grown as houseplants.
Plectranthus
A diverse genus of plants with aromatic foliage and small, tubular flowers. They are commonly used in containers and gardens.
Pigface
A succulent with fleshy leaves and bright, daisy-like flowers. It thrives in coastal areas and dry gardens.
Papyrus
An aquatic plant with tall, grass-like stems and tufted flower heads. It is often used in water gardens and as a houseplant.
Peruvian Lily
Also known as Alstroemeria, these flowers have long-lasting blooms in various colors. Popular in floral arrangements.
Ptilotus
Also known as Mulla Mulla, these Australian natives have fluffy, cone-shaped flower spikes and silvery foliage.
Phalaenopsis
Also known as moth orchids, these are popular houseplants with long-lasting, elegant flowers in various colors.
Pandorea
A climbing plant with trumpet-shaped flowers. It is often grown on trellises and fences for its ornamental value.
Plectranthus Mona Lavender
A hybrid plant with lavender-colored flowers and aromatic foliage. Ideal for shaded garden areas.
Polyanthus
A type of primrose with clusters of colorful flowers. They are often used in spring garden displays.
Parodia
A genus of cacti with colorful, funnel-shaped flowers. They are popular in rock gardens and succulent collections.
Pseudofumaria
Known as Corydalis, these plants have delicate, fern-like foliage and tubular flowers in shades of yellow and white.
Pachystachys
Also known as the golden shrimp plant, it has bright yellow flower spikes and dark green leaves. Often grown as a houseplant.
Paphiopedilum
Also known as slipper orchids, these plants have unique, pouch-shaped flowers. They are popular in orchid collections.
Primula
A genus of flowering plants that includes primroses and cowslips. They have bright, cheerful flowers and prefer cool, moist conditions.
Pulsatilla
Also known as pasque flower, these spring bloomers have bell-shaped flowers and feathery seed heads. They thrive in sunny areas.
Pericallis
Also known as cineraria, these plants have daisy-like flowers in vibrant shades of blue, pink, and purple. They prefer cool climates.
Pleione
A genus of orchids known for their large, showy flowers. They are often grown in containers and prefer cool conditions.
Penumbra
A term generally used to describe the partial shadow in an eclipse, not typically used for flowers.
Pyrola
Also known as wintergreen, these plants have small, bell-shaped flowers and glossy leaves. They prefer woodland habitats.
Pachypodium
A genus of succulent plants with spiny stems and fragrant flowers. They are native to Madagascar and southern Africa.
Podranea
A genus of climbing plants with trumpet-shaped flowers. They are often grown on trellises and fences for ornamental purposes.
Petasites
Also known as butterbur, these plants have large, broad leaves and clusters of small flowers. They thrive in damp, shady areas.
Pseudopanax
A genus of evergreen shrubs with glossy leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. They are native to New Zealand.
Pseudacorus
Also known as yellow flag iris, these plants have bright yellow flowers and sword-shaped leaves. They thrive in wet areas.
Physostegia
Also known as obedient plant, these perennials have spikes of tubular flowers that can be bent and stay in place.
Patrinia
A genus of flowering plants with small, yellow or white flowers. They are often used in rock gardens and borders.
Paronychia
A genus of plants with small, inconspicuous flowers and silvery bracts. They are often used as ground cover.
Pernettya
Also known as Gaultheria, these shrubs have small, bell-shaped flowers and colorful berries. They prefer acidic soil.
Phygelius
Also known as cape fuchsia, these plants have tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, and yellow. They attract hummingbirds.
Pilea
A diverse genus of plants with small, often ornamental leaves. They are popular as houseplants.
Pontederia
Also known as pickerelweed, these aquatic plants have spikes of blue or purple flowers and thrive in wetlands.
Polygalaceae
A family of flowering plants that includes milkworts. They have small, often colorful flowers.
Polycarpon
A genus of small, herbaceous plants with tiny, white flowers. They are often found in dry, sandy areas.
Potentilla
Also known as cinquefoil, these plants have small, colorful flowers and are used in borders and rock gardens.
Pseudocydonia
A genus of deciduous trees with showy flowers and edible fruit. They are related to quince.
Prunella
Also known as self-heal, these plants have small, purple flowers and are often used in herbal remedies.
Pseudotsuga
A genus of coniferous trees, including Douglas fir. They are used for timber and ornamental purposes.
Poncirus
Also known as trifoliate orange, these shrubs have fragrant flowers and small, bitter fruit. They are used as rootstock for citrus.
Podocarpus
A genus of evergreen trees and shrubs with needle-like leaves. They are used in landscaping and as bonsai.
Pseudarthria
A genus of flowering plants with small, pink or white flowers. They are often found in tropical regions.
Potamogeton
A genus of aquatic plants with submerged leaves and small flowers. They are important in aquatic ecosystems.
Podolepis
A genus of flowering plants with bright, daisy-like flowers. They are native to Australia and used in wildflower gardens.
Persea
A genus of evergreen trees, including avocado. They have glossy leaves and edible fruit.
Piptanthus
A genus of flowering shrubs with yellow, pea-like flowers. They are used in ornamental gardens.
Pritchardia
A genus of fan palms with large, circular leaves. They are often grown as ornamental plants in tropical regions.
Parietaria
Also known as pellitory, these plants have small, green flowers and are often found in shaded, disturbed areas.
Pachira
A genus of tropical trees, including the money tree. They have large leaves and showy flowers.
Plagianthus
A genus of flowering trees and shrubs with small, fragrant flowers. They are native to New Zealand.
Plumeria
Also known as frangipani, these tropical trees have fragrant, colorful flowers. They are often used in leis.
Prostanthera
Also known as mint bush, these shrubs have aromatic leaves and tubular flowers. They are native to Australia.
Portulaca
Also known as moss rose, these succulents have bright, colorful flowers and fleshy leaves. They thrive in hot, dry conditions.
Pittosporum
A genus of evergreen shrubs and trees with fragrant flowers and glossy leaves. They are used in landscaping.
Pleuropetalum
A genus of flowering plants with small, inconspicuous flowers. They are often found in tropical regions.
Phormium
Also known as New Zealand flax, these plants have long, strap-like leaves and tall flower spikes. They are used in landscaping.
Pinguicula
Also known as butterwort, these carnivorous plants have sticky leaves that trap insects. They have small, colorful flowers.
Pratia
A genus of small, creeping plants with star-shaped flowers. They are often used as ground cover.
Persicaria
Also known as knotweed, these plants have spikes of small flowers and are often found in wetlands.
Polygala
A genus of flowering plants with small, colorful flowers. They are used in ornamental gardens.
Pachyphytum
A genus of succulent plants with fleshy leaves and small flowers. They are native to Mexico and used in rock gardens.
Pleurothallis
A large genus of orchids with small, often inconspicuous flowers. They are found in tropical regions.
Pachystoma
A genus of orchids with large, showy flowers. They are native to tropical Asia.
Podophyllum
Also known as Mayapple, these plants have large, umbrella-like leaves and white or pink flowers. They are used in herbal medicine.
Plumbago
A genus of flowering plants with clusters of blue or white flowers. They are used in gardens and as ground cover.
Physalis
Also known as ground cherry or Chinese lantern, these plants have small, edible fruit enclosed in papery husks.
Prunus
A genus of trees and shrubs, including cherries, plums, and almonds. They have showy flowers and edible fruit.
Pseudolysimachion
A genus of flowering plants with spikes of blue or purple flowers. They are used in ornamental gardens.
Peltophorum
A genus of flowering trees with large, showy flowers. They are native to tropical regions.
Passiflora
Also known as passionflower, these plants have exotic-looking flowers and edible fruit. They are used in gardens and as houseplants.
Pseudowintera
A genus of evergreen shrubs with small, fragrant flowers. They are native to New Zealand.
Platycodon
Also known as balloon flower, these plants have balloon-like buds that open into star-shaped flowers. They are used in gardens and containers.