👉 Apomecyna is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, which includes several species that are commonly known as "apemones." These plants are native to the southern regions of Asia and have been cultivated for centuries. Some of the most well-known apemone species include the Japanese ame (A. japonica), the Korean ame (A. koreanum), and the Chinese ame (A. chinensis). Apomecyna is known for its