Family
Melanthiaceae
51 species in this taxon
Melanthiaceae (Melanthiaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 7 genuss with 51 known species. Key genus groups include Helonias, Paris, Pseudotrillium, Stenanthium, Trillium, and Veratrum. Among its members, 12 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Liliales (Liliales).