👉 Schizaea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to Asia and Australia. The specific name "schizaea" comes from the Greek word "sichai," which means "shifting." These plants are known for their distinctive coloration, often resembling the leaves of other plants but with a more intricate pattern. Schizaea is characterized by its distinctive and highly variable flower shapes, including round or oblong flowers, long petals, and sometimes multiple petals.