👉 Spathanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, native to Asia, including China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. They are often called "tree ferns" due to their distinctive shape and texture. The species commonly used for medicinal use include Spathiphyllum, which has been shown to have antifungal properties, and Spathophyllum, which is known for its high content of vitamin C.