👉 Trichogyne is a genus of flowering plants in the family Caryophyllaceae. This genus contains around 100 species, mostly native to Asia, Africa and Australia. The specific name "trichogyne" comes from its elongated, flat shape resembling that of a trichome or hair follicle on the surface of some plants. Trichogyne is known for their ability to produce large clusters of flowers, which are typically arranged in clusters around a central recept