👉 Picara is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. Picaras are commonly known as "starflowers" due to their large, showy flowers that resemble stars. They have a variety of colors including white, pink, purple, and blue, making them very visually striking. Picaras are native to many parts of Asia, Africa, and Europe, but they can also be found in other regions like North America and Australia.