Leea
Botanical name: Leea
Leea
Botanical name: Leea
Description
Leea are a genus of flowering shrubs and plants. They are native to Asia and parts of Australia and Africa. Their Latin name, Leea, was named in memory of Scottish nurseryman James Lee for his many plant discoveries. They are often used as ornamental plants as they help to attract pollinators and birds to gardens.
Species of Leea
Leea
Leea (Leea guineensis) is a plant species native to Southeast Asia. Leea is also known as west Indian holly. This species is often planted in landscaping for ornamental purposes.
Large-leaf leea
Large-leaf leea is a shrub-like perennial plant that can become somewhat woody. Though very rare, it is harvested from the wild for local use, and occasionally cultivated more purposefully as well. It is used for its tuberous root that gives a red dye, commonly used for cloth.
Leea philippinensis
Leea philippinensis are a genus of flowering shrubs and plants. They are native to Asia and parts of Australia and Africa. Their Latin name, Leea, was named in memory of Scottish nurseryman James Lee for his many plant discoveries. They are often used as ornamental plants as they help to attract pollinators and birds to gardens.
Red tree shrub
The red tree shrub is named for its bright red flowers with a central golden disc. This shrub is a popular garden plant for its bright flowers, hardy nature, hedge-forming capability, and ability to attract birds and butterflies. This plant's Latin name, Leea rubra commemorates the horticulturalist Mr. James Lee (1715 - 1795).
Bandicoot berry
Bandicoot berry (Leea indica) is a large shrub or small tree that's grown ornamentally for its unusual green-white flowers which attract butterflies and other pollinating insects. It is also harvested and used as green manure within its native region. Its purplish-black fruit is eaten by various birds, but most commonly by bulbuls.
Scientific Classification
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