👉 Esenbeckia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae, commonly known as the "mushroom lily" or "mushroom lilies." They are native to Europe and Asia, with populations found throughout much of the world. These plants have a distinctive, spiky shape that makes them stand out from other species. Esenbeckia is characterized by its large, oblong leaves that are often arranged in a spiral pattern around the stem. The