👉 Nephrodesmus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. These plants are known for their large, round leaves that resemble nephews or nephritis (kidney stones), which can cause symptoms such as swelling, pain, and discoloration of the kidneys. The scientific name "Nephrodesmus" comes from the Greek term "nephros," meaning "bone." The genus has been named