👉 Mononchus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae. It includes around 30 species, with a total of about 500 known varieties. Mononchus are commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, including China, India, and Southeast Asia. The specific name "mononchus" comes from Latin and means "unusual." They are known for their distinctive, thick, green leaves that resemble those of the Japanese cherry (Prun