👉 Lyconus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to South America. Members of this genus are known for their large flowers, which can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) long and have a single labellum. The fruits are typically small, about 5-7 mm (0.2-0.25 in), with the sepals, petals, and stamens arranged in a linear arrangement.
