👉 Gorytinae is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to Asia and Africa. This genus includes over 35 species that are commonly known as "goryts," which translates to "thorny" or "scaly." They have long, slender stems, covered with small, bright yellow flowers with purple or pink petals. The fruits of some species can be edible, although the taste is often bitter and acidic.