👉 Echimys is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lythraceae. These plants are native to Asia and are known for their vibrant colors, delicate shapes, and distinctive, often stunted, leaves. The genus has around 10 recognized species: 1. Echimys spicata - This species is the most common and widespread species of echimys plant in the world. 2. Echimys subsp. var. "Aurea" -