Genus Froelichia encompasses a group of plants that are commonly referred to as Snakecotton. These plants are native to North America and are known for their small, white or pinkish flowers that bloom in the late summer. The Genus Froelichia includes several species, such as F. floridana, F. humboldtiana, and F. texana, among others. While the name Snakecotton is widely used to refer to these plants, other synonyms for the Genus Froelichia include threadcotton, cottonweed, and snakecotton-weed. These synonyms are often used interchangeably in botanical literature and can be helpful when researching these plants.