Plasmodium falciparum is a type of malaria parasite and one of the most deadly forms of the disease. Despite being a well-known term, there are many synonyms for Plasmodium falciparum. Some of these include P. falciparum, malaria protozoan, malaria parasite, P. falciparum parasites, and P. falciparum malaria. These synonyms are often used interchangeably in scientific literature and medical discussions. While the severity of malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum is well-documented, researchers and medical professionals continue to study the parasite in hopes of better understanding how to prevent and treat this deadly disease.