Cheiropleuria

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Cheiropleuria

Description Cheiropleuria is a rare flowering plant that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the rainforests of Ecuador and Peru and is known for its unique appearance and hardiness. The plant is named after the Greek words “cheir” meaning hand and “pleura” meaning rib, which refers to the ribbed appearance of its leaves. Cheiropleuria has become a…