👉 Ligularia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae. It belongs to the family of leguminous, or tuberous, plants, and is often used as an ingredient in culinary dishes due to its sweet and nutty flavor. Ligularia contains several species that are known for their medicinal properties. Some common ones include: 1. Ligularia tricolor (also known as "red ligula"): This species produces a red flower with a sweet,