Definition: Paranematus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to parts of Africa and Asia. It includes several species with edible fruits or seeds that are commonly used as food. Some examples include: 1. Paraneum (common name) 2. Paraneumopsis 3. Paraneuma These plants are primarily found in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia, where they are cultivated for their sweet and juicy fruit. The genus was originally