Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Melismata

👉 Melismata is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. They are native to several parts of Asia, including China, India, and Indonesia. These plants are characterized by their large, round leaves that have a distinctive tuft-like structure, which they use for storing water during periods of drought or low rainfall. The genus contains around 170 species, with many being found in the tropics and subtropics.

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