👉 connarus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae, native to parts of Asia, Europe, and North Africa. They are known for their large, showy flowers that can be up to 10 feet tall and wide. The specific name "connarus" comes from the Greek word "connus," which means "together," referring to the plants' close association with the concretion of a bird's eye. The genus is named after the Latin word "