| Gynura | |
|---|---|
|  | |
| Gynura sarmentosa | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae | 
| (unranked): | Angiosperms | 
| (unranked): | Eudicots | 
| (unranked): | Asterids | 
| Order: | Asterales | 
| Family: | Asteraceae | 
| Tribe: | Senecioneae | 
| Genus: | Gynura Cass. | 
| Synonyms | |
| Gynaecura Hassk. | |
Gynaecura Hassk.
Gynura is a genus of daisies endemic to Asia. The best known species is Gynura aurantiaca, often grown as a house plant. This plant is commonly known as "Purple Passion" because of the velvety purple leaves.