Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unifoliolata
ID:
445898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 193 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445230

Common Names

  • Leea unifoliolata
  • Unifoliolate Leea
  • One-leaved Leea

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Synonyms

  • Leea longipetiolata Merr. [unknown]

Description

Leea unifoliolata (also called Single-leaved Leea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It is found in dry scrub, dry forests, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Leea unifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leea unifoliolata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leea unifoliolata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and prune as needed to maintain shape.

Where to Find Leea unifoliolata

Leea unifoliolata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in wetland areas.

Leea unifoliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leea unifoliolata?

Leea unifoliolata

What is the common name of Leea unifoliolata?

One-leaved Leea

What is the natural habitat of Leea unifoliolata?

It is native to tropical Asia

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,