Definition: Ptilopachys is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, commonly known as pithicory. They are native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including Asia, Africa, and Australia. This genus includes about 70 species, which are primarily found in rainforests but can also be found in other habitats such as arid deserts and grasslands. Ptilopachys flowers in clusters of five or more on a pedicel