Parabaena

Parabaena is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Menispermaceae, commonly known as moonseed vines. These plants are typically climbing, twining vines found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Australia.

Parabaena species are characterized by their dioecious nature (having separate male and female plants), their climbing habit, and their distinctively shaped leaves. Their flowers are small and inconspicuous, arranged in inflorescences. The fruits are drupes, often containing a single seed.

Several species are recognized within the Parabaena genus. Further research is ongoing to clarify species boundaries and relationships within the genus.