👉 Ptilinopus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to Africa. They are known for their unique and distinctive leaves, which are often described as being "pills" or "pillows." The genus also includes various species with names like "Pillar-leaved," "Cherry-leaved," and others. Ptilinopus is a common plant found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia, particularly in the drier areas where they thrive.