👉 Nigelia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae that belongs to the family Fabaceae, commonly known as the nightshade family (Solanaceae). They are native to Europe and Asia, but can also be found in parts of North America. The main distinguishing feature between them is their coloration, with some species having deep red or purple flowers that contrast with the light green leaves. Nigelia plants often form a dense, thorny mat called a "