The Diapensia Family is a botanical family of plants that falls under the Order of Ericales. The plants in this family are commonly known as diapensias. There are a few synonyms that can be used interchangeably with the term Diapensia Family, including Pyxidantheraceae and Galaxaceae. All three names represent the same group of plants, but Diapensia Family is the most commonly used term. These plants are commonly found in mountainous regions across North America and Asia and are characterized by their small, evergreen leaves and pink or white flowers. Some species within this family are known to have medicinal properties and are used to treat various ailments.