👉 Lecocarpus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae, native to Central and South America. They are known for their large, showy flowers that can reach up to 3 feet tall and produce clusters of flowers that can bloom for several weeks before dispersing. The fruits of some species resemble small blackberries or currants, and they have been used in traditional medicine as a source of pain relief or as an ingredient in various culinary dishes.