👉 Monolamellophrya is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to southern and eastern Asia, including China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. The genus includes more than 10 species known for their large, often pink or purple flowers with white sepals and petals. Monolamellophrya are also known for their ability to produce a unique type of oil called monolamella, which is used in various culinary preparations and as a