Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
venosum
ID:
226951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) A.Juss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Euphorb. Gen. : 19 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226281



Common Names

  • Leptonema venosum
  • Venosum Leptonema
  • Venosum's Leptonema


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha venosa Poir. [unknown]
  • Croton venosus Geiseler [unknown]

Description

Leptonema venosum (also called 'Veined 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 venosum 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 venosum has small, 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 venosum 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 venosum

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

Leptonema venosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptonema venosum?

Leptonema venosum

What is the common name of Leptonema venosum?

Veiny Leptonema

Where is Leptonema venosum 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-111028: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.