👉 Sphenophyllaceae is a family of flowering plants that belongs to the order Caryophyllales. These plants are commonly known as the "sphenocarps" and are native to South America, including parts of Central and South America, North America, and southern Africa. The specific name "sphenophyllaceae" comes from the Greek words "sphenos," which means "sphenous," and "phylla," which means "leaf." This family