👉 Thomomys is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. These plants are native to South America and have been cultivated for centuries, with many different species being used in traditional medicine and folkloric practices. The term "thomomys" comes from the Latin word "thomus," which means "flowering." The genus has over 100 known species that produce various types of flowers. Some of these plants are used for medicinal purposes, while others