👉 Blastocladiaceae is a family of flowering plants in the pea family, related to the pea and the sunflower family. The genus name "blastocladiaceae" means "blazing seed heads." Members of this family are known for their brightly colored flowers with bright red or yellow petals. This family includes about 20 genera, which have a wide range of species across different habitats such as grasslands, forests, and deserts.