👉 Taphinella, also known as taphinellus or taphinellina, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. They are native to Central and South America, with some species found in North America. Their flowers produce a spiny, blackish-tan coating on their petals that is characteristic of this species. Taphinella is known for its ability to store sugars in its leaves during periods of low light or when temperatures drop below 1
