Sesonkaceae

Sesonkaceae is a family of flowering plants in the order Asterales. It contains a single genus, Sesonke, and two species. These are herbaceous perennials native to the savannas and grasslands of southern Africa. The plants are characterized by their basal rosettes of leaves and their erect, slender flower stalks that bear clusters of small, daisy-like flowers. The petals are typically white or pale yellow, and the central disc is often darker. Sesonkaceae species are adapted to arid and semi-arid environments, often found in sandy or rocky soils. They play a role in their ecosystems as a food source for herbivores and as a component of the grassland flora. Further research into their specific ecological interactions and potential medicinal properties is ongoing.