Gibberellaceae

Gibberellaceae is a family of flowering plants in the order Gentianales. The family is named after the genus Gibberella, which includes the plant pathogen Gibberella fujikuroi, responsible for the disease known as "bakanae disease" in rice. Gibberellaceae is characterized by its small to medium-sized trees, shrubs, and herbs, with simple or compound leaves and showy flowers. The family is distributed worldwide, with the highest diversity in tropical and subtropical regions. Gibberellaceae is known for its economic importance, as many species are used for timber, medicine, and food. The family is also notable for its role in plant growth and development, as it produces gibberellins, a group of plant hormones that regulate various aspects of plant life. Gibberellaceae is a diverse and important family of plants, with a wide range of ecological and economic significance.