Pumilia

Pumilia refers to a botanical variety of plant characterized by its dwarf or miniature size. Typically, the term is applied to cultivars or subspecies that are significantly smaller than the standard form of the species. Pumilia varieties are often selected and cultivated for their compact growth habit, making them suitable for container gardening, bonsai, rock gardens, and other applications where space is limited or a smaller scale is desired. The name "pumilia" itself is derived from Latin, meaning "dwarf" or "little." Specific characteristics beyond size will vary widely depending on the species to which the "pumilia" designation is applied. One might encounter Pinus mugo pumilio (a dwarf variety of mugo pine), for example.