Patisteria

Patisteria is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae. It was described as a genus in 1824 by the French botanist Augustin Saint-Hilaire. The name "patisteria" is derived from the Portuguese word "pateca," which refers to a type of gourd or calabash, possibly referencing the fruit shape of some species.

The genus currently includes a few species, primarily native to South America, with a concentration in Brazil. These plants are typically woody vines or shrubs. They are characterized by their showy, trumpet-shaped flowers, which are often brightly colored, ranging from yellow to orange and red. The flowers are usually borne in clusters.

Patisteria species are adapted to various habitats, including tropical and subtropical forests. They are ornamental plants valued for their floral displays. Information regarding their specific ecological roles or medicinal uses is less extensively documented compared to more widely cultivated genera. As with many genera in the Bignoniaceae family, they are often pollinated by insects, particularly bees, and sometimes hummingbirds, attracted by the nectar and vibrant colors. The fruits are typically capsules, which can be elongated. Further research is ongoing to fully understand the diversity and distribution of species within the Patisteria genus.