Spananthe

Spananthe is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae (also known as Umbelliferae), the carrot family. It is a small genus, typically containing only one recognized species, Spananthe paniculata.

Spananthe paniculata is a perennial herb native to South America, specifically found in regions of the Andes Mountains. It is characterized by its panicle-shaped inflorescence, a branched cluster of small flowers. The plant typically grows in moist environments at high altitudes.

The specific taxonomic placement and characteristics of Spananthe have been subject to some debate and revision over time within botanical classifications. Further research may refine our understanding of this genus and its relationship to other members of the Apiaceae family. The plant generally displays typical morphological features consistent with other members of the Apiaceae, including compound leaves and umbel-like arrangements of flowers within the larger panicle.