👉 Rhaphiderus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South America and parts of Africa. These plants are known for their unique morphology, which includes a staminate style (stigma) that grows on the upper surface of the leaves and can be found in various species. Rhaphiderus flowers have five petals, each with a white or pale yellow color, and are characterized by their long, thin stem-like structures that support the flower's reproductive organs