👉 Ectromelus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It includes several species native to South America, primarily in the Andes and subtropical regions where it grows on rocky slopes and in sandy or loamy soils. Ectromelus contains a wide range of flower colors, from bright yellow to deep red and even purple. The genus is known for its distinctive, often large, flowers with a long, narrow tube that opens towards the center. Ect