Leioproctus asper, or Leioproctus (Odontocolletes) asper, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by Australian entomologist Glynn Maynard in 1997.
Etymology The specific epithet asper (Latin: "rough") is an anatomical reference to the strongly punctate tegulae.
Description Female body length is 11 mm, male body length 9 mm. Integumental colouration is dark brown to black.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in Western Australia. The type locality is 8.4 km east of Meekatharra, in the Mid West region.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eremophila species.
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