👉 Proteranthy is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to southern Asia and northwestern South America. The specific name "proteranthus" comes from the Latin word for "proterus," meaning "prostrate," as the plants are typically found growing in rocky terrain or under trees. Proteranthy is characterized by its large leaves with a long blade shape, which may be up to 30 cm (12 inches) long. The
