astega

Astege is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae. The genus was described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753 and has since been subject to various taxonomic revisions. Plants in the Astege genus are typically found in arid or semi-arid regions of Africa and the Middle East. They are known for their resilience and adaptation to harsh environmental conditions.

Species within Astege are generally small, herbaceous plants with a rosette of leaves at the base and a single flower stalk. The flowers are usually yellow or white and are composite, characteristic of the Asteraceae family. Their seeds are often dispersed by wind.

The exact number of species in the Astege genus is a matter of ongoing botanical research and classification. Different sources may list varying numbers of accepted species due to ongoing studies and differing taxonomic interpretations. Historically, some species initially placed in Astege have been reclassified into other genera, and vice versa. Research into the genetic relationships and morphological characteristics of these plants continues to refine our understanding of the genus.