👉 Meles is a genus of plants in the family Lythraceae. It is native to the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The genus includes over 150 species, which are commonly known as wild or cultivated meleths. Meles species are herbaceous perennial plants that can grow up to 3 meters tall. They have a wide range of leaves and flowers, with a distinctive tubular shape. The specific name "Meles" is derived from the Greek word