👉 Phaeotrichaceae is a family of flowering plants in the order Cyperaceae, with over 2,500 species and around 100 genera. These plants are native to tropical regions such as Africa, South America, and Asia. They grow primarily in wetlands, forests, and other habitats, often growing singly or in clusters. The family is known for its unique reproductive structures, including a single ovule with a cap that opens only when the female flower