Acanthaceae

Acanthaceae (Acanthaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 20 genuss with 48 known species. Key genus groups include Acanthus, Aphelandra, Asystasia, Avicennia, Barleria, and Crossandra. Among its members, 1 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Lamiales (Lamiales).