Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry)

Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry) with green leaves and small brown fruit clusters on plant
Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry) with clusters of round brown fruit nestled among long serrated green leaves.

Botanical names: Leea indica, Leea sambucina, Leea umbraculifera, Staphylea indica

Common name: Bandicoot Berry

Family: Vitaceae    (Formerly:Leeaceae)

Origin: Southeast Asia, India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate; regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsButterfly attractor: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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The small greenish-white to cream flowers are borne in cymes to about 20 cm across, these are followed by a black ovoid berry with 4-5 seeds.

Similar plants: Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry)


Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry) green plant with tiny pale flowers and compound foliage structure.
Leea indica (Bandicoot Berry) with serrated green leaves and clusters of small pale floral buds.


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