Diapensiales is a plant order that comprises roughly 11 families and 1,000 species of flowering plants, trees, and shrubs. Some synonyms for the order Diapensiales include Synosyringieae, Zapoteaceae, and Fouquieriaceae. This order is recognized by its distinct characteristics, such as the stamens being opposite the sepals, having 5 fused petals, and bearing a superior ovary with a single locule. The Diapensiales order is relatively obscure, and its plants are typically found in temperate and tropical regions around the world. Although it may not receive much attention, the Diapensiales order is an essential part of the ecological balance, providing a range of benefits to humans and the environment.