Epithema

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Epithema

Description Epithema is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. It includes around 30 species of shrubs and small trees, native to South America. The genus was first described by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius in 1824. Epithema plants are known for their beautiful flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple, and white. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…