👉 Corbitella is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to the Middle East and North Africa. These plants are known for their brightly colored flowers that can vary from yellowish to orange or pink shades. The corbitelline found in these flowers plays an important role as a precursor to the synthesis of many hormones and neurotransmitters, including melatonin, which regulates sleep and other circadian rhythms in the body.