Antirhea

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Antirhea

Description Antirhea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae, comprising about 40 species of shrubs and small trees. These plants are native to tropical regions of America, particularly in the Amazon Basin, and are well-known for their striking flowers and foliage. The name Antirhea comes from the Greek words “anti” and “rheo,” meaning “against the flow,” referring…