Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
glabrum
ID:
226949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leandri) Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 8: 212 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226279



Common Names

  • Leptonema glabrum
  • Glabrum Leptonema
  • Glabrum's Leptonema


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Synonyms

  • Leptonema venosum glabra Leandri [unknown]

Description

Leptonema glabrum (also called 'Smooth Leptonema', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with opposite leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Leptonema glabrum has been used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptonema glabrum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptonema glabrum can be propagated through seed or division. It can be cultivated in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Leptonema glabrum

Leptonema glabrum is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Leptonema glabrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptonema glabrum?

Leptonema glabrum

What is the common name of Leptonema glabrum?

Smooth Leptonema

Where is Leptonema glabrum native to?

China

Species in the Leptonema genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References