pellioniapellionia
genusgenusSmall, creeping plants with asymmetrical leaves that often display striking patterns and metallic sheens. These forest-floor dwellers naturally spread along the ground, creating dense carpets of uniquely textured foliage.
Etymology
The genus was named after Alphonse Pellion, a French naval officer and explorer who participated in Louis de Freycinet's voyage around the world in the early 1800s.
Interesting fact!
Despite belonging to the same family as stinging nettles, these gentle plants have evolved to be completely sting-free while retaining their relatives' distinctive leaf patterns.
