👉 Cytaster is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. The specific name "cytaster" refers to its distinctive, starchy fruit, which resembles a small, round, and slightly bulbous seed. These plants are widely distributed across Asia, Africa, and Europe, with their presence extending into North America. Cytasters are known for their ability to produce large quantities of seeds, making them ideal for cultivation as ornamental trees or for the production of food crops like