Wildlife Species Library
Identification guides, behavior notes, and camera tips for the wildlife visiting backyard habitats across the EverydayEarth community.
Pacific Glasswort
Salicornia pacifica
The resilient sentinel of the salt marsh, Pacific Glasswort paints the coastline in shades of emerald and fire. This ...
palm grass
Curculigo capitulata
A botanical master of disguise, the Palm Grass features stunning accordion-pleated leaves and golden flowers tucked a...
palm sedge
Carex muskingumensis
Transform your wet garden spaces into a tropical-looking haven with Palm Sedge. Its striking, symmetrical foliage pro...
Palmer's Amaranth
Amaranthus palmeri
A champion of resilience and rapid growth, Palmer's Amaranth is a fascinating look at nature's ability to thrive in a...
Pampas Grass
Cortaderia selloana
With its towering silvery plumes and dramatic fountain-like foliage, Pampas Grass is a striking architectural giant o...
panicled aster
Symphyotrichum lanceolatum
A towering late-season beauty, the panicled aster lights up autumn landscapes with a sea of white blossoms. This resi...
Patotara
Styphelia nesophila
The Patotara is a rugged, low-growing treasure of the Southern Hemisphere, known for its needle-sharp leaves and deli...
Payson's sedge
Carex paysonis
A hardy gem of the high country, Payson's sedge anchors the soil of alpine meadows with its striking dark-colored spi...
pellitory-of-the-wall
Parietaria judaica
A resilient urban survivor, Pellitory-of-the-wall turns stone cracks into thriving ecosystems. Known for its sticky l...
Pennsylvania sedge
Carex pensylvanica
A soft, flowing emerald carpet for the shade, Pennsylvania sedge is the unsung hero of the woodland garden, providing...
perennial glasswort
Salicornia ambigua
A resilient succulent that paints the coastline in shades of emerald and crimson, perennial glasswort is the ultimate...
Perennial Ryegrass
Lolium perenne
The foundation of the classic green lawn, Perennial Ryegrass is a hardy survivor that brings life and texture to any ...
Persian Ivy
Hedera colchica
The 'King of Ivies,' Persian Ivy brings a lush, tropical feel to temperate gardens with its massive, heart-shaped lea...
Peruvian Wild Petunia
Ruellia chartacea
With its brilliant scarlet spikes and lush tropical foliage, the Peruvian Wild Petunia is a masterpiece of the Amazon...
pilated-leaved blackberry
Rubus fruticosus
A cornerstone of the backyard wild, the pilated-leaved blackberry is a thorny fortress that provides sweet rewards an...
pointed broom sedge
Carex scoparia
A staple of North American wetlands, the pointed broom sedge features distinctive prickly seed heads and vibrant gree...
pointleaf manzanita
Arctostaphylos pungens
The pointleaf manzanita is a sculptural masterpiece of the high desert, recognizable by its twisting mahogany branche...
poison hemlock
Conium maculatum
A towering biennial with delicate lace-like flowers, poison hemlock hides a deadly toxicity beneath its elegant exter...
poison sumac
Toxicodendron vernix
Avoid the itch and discover the striking beauty of one of nature's most misunderstood wetland residents. Poison Sumac...
Porcelain Berry
Ampelopsis glandulosa
Adorned with clusters of jewel-toned berries in shades of turquoise and amethyst, Porcelain Berry is a striking but a...
Porcupine Grass
Triodia scariosa
The ultimate desert fortress, Porcupine Grass forms dense, prickly hummocks that provide a vital sanctuary for Austra...
Portuguese laurel
Prunus lusitanica
A majestic evergreen with iconic red stems and glossy foliage, the Portuguese laurel is more than just a garden favor...
potato vine
Solanum laxum
A cascading climber known for its starry white blooms and incredible vigor, the potato vine is a backyard favorite th...
poverty dropseed
Sporobolus vaginiflorus
A master of resilience, poverty dropseed thrives where few other plants dare to grow, turning dry, compacted soil int...
prairie dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis
The most elegant of the native grasses, prairie dropseed offers stunning 'fountain' foliage and a unique popcorn frag...
Prickly mingimingi
Leptecophylla juniperina
A resilient, berry-bearing shrub that provides a prickly sanctuary for Oceania's native birds. Its vibrant pink and w...
Prickly Russian Thistle
Salsola tragus
The legendary 'tumbleweed' of the American West, the Prickly Russian Thistle is a fascinating survivor that uses the ...
Prickly Sedge
Carex muricata
Meet the Prickly Sedge, the architectural gem of the backyard. With its star-shaped seed heads and vibrant green tuft...
Primrose jasmine
Jasminum mesnyi
The Primrose jasmine is a cascading fountain of gold that announces the arrival of spring. Its arching evergreen bran...
Prince of Wales Heath
Erica perspicua
A botanical masterpiece of the Western Cape, the Prince of Wales Heath stands out with its striking pink-and-white tu...
prostrate pigweed
Amaranthus albus
The ultimate survivor of the backyard, Prostrate Pigweed transforms from a low-profile ground cover into the iconic r...
Punting Pole Bamboo
Bambusa tuldoides
Admired for its towering height and architectural straightness, Punting Pole Bamboo is a vertical ecosystem in itself...
purple loosestrife
Lythrum salicaria
A striking wetland perennial, purple loosestrife is known for its towering spikes of vivid magenta flowers and its co...
Purple Lovegrass
Eragrostis spectabilis
A shimmering magenta mist that dances in the late summer breeze, Purple Lovegrass is the 'hidden gem' of the native p...
Purple moor grass
Molinia caerulea
A structural masterpiece of the wild moors, this grass transforms from lush summer green to deep purple plumes and ra...
Purple nutsedge
Cyperus rotundus
Meet the 'world's worst weed'—a master of survival that builds a secret underground empire. Purple Nutsedge is a fasc...
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