Status:
valid
Authors:
C.L.Li
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Chin. J. Appl. Environ. Biol. 2(1): 43 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245962
Common Names
- Leea Glabra
- Glabra Leea
- Glabra Vine
Description
Leea glabra (also called 'Smooth Leea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leea glabra is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leea glabra is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leea glabra is a perennial woody vine that is propagated by cuttings or layering. It is best grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a container or in the garden.
Where to Find Leea glabra
Leea glabra is native to India.
Leea glabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leea glabra?
Leea glabra
What is the common name of Leea glabra?
Glabrous Leea
What type of plant is Leea glabra?
Shrub
Species in the Leea genus
Species in the Vitaceae family
Acareosperma spireanum,
Ampelocissus birii,
Ampelocissus abyssinica,
Ampelocissus acapulcensis,
Ampelocissus acetosa,
Ampelocissus aculeata,
Ampelocissus africana,
Ampelocissus amentaceus,
Ampelocissus angolensis,
Ampelocissus arachnoidea,
Ampelocissus araneosa,
Ampelocissus artemisiifolia,
Ampelocissus ascendiflora,
Ampelocissus banaensis,
Ampelocissus barbata,
Ampelocissus bombycina,
Ampelocissus borneensis,
Ampelocissus botryostachys,
Ampelocissus butoensis,
Ampelocissus capillaris,
Ampelocissus cardiospermoides,
Ampelocissus celebica,
Ampelocissus chaffanjonii,
Ampelocissus changensis,
Ampelocissus cinnamomea,
Ampelocissus complanata,
Ampelocissus concinna,
Ampelocissus debilis,
Ampelocissus dekindtiana,
Ampelocissus dichothrix,
Ampelocissus dissecta,
Ampelocissus divaricata,
Ampelocissus dolichobotrys,
Ampelocissus edulis,
Ampelocissus elegans,
Ampelocissus elephantina,
Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus,
Ampelocissus filipes,
Ampelocissus floccosus,
Ampelocissus frutescens,
Ampelocissus gardineri,
Ampelocissus gracilipes,
Ampelocissus gracilis,
Ampelocissus harmandii,
Ampelocissus helferi,
Ampelocissus hoabinhensis,
Ampelocissus humulifolia,
Ampelocissus imperialis,
Ampelocissus indica,
Ampelocissus iomalla,