Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
buxifolia
ID:
1293423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 53 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292761

Common Names

  • Boxleaf Mayten
  • Boxleaf Mayten Tree
  • Boxleaf Maytenus

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Description

Maytenus buxifolia (also called Buxifolia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright growth habit with dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus buxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Maytenus buxifolia sub. monticola Borhidi & O.Muñiz
Maytenus buxifolia sub. buxifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maytenus buxifolia has small, white flowers that produce small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus buxifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is native to South America and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Maytenus buxifolia

Maytenus buxifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Maytenus buxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus buxifolia?

Maytenus buxifolia

What is the family of Maytenus buxifolia?

Celastraceae

What is the native range of Maytenus buxifolia?

South Africa

Species in the Maytenus genus

Maytenus rupestris, Maytenus samydiformis, Maytenus acuminata, Maytenus albata, Maytenus agostinii, Maytenus angolensis, Maytenus apiculata, Maytenus aquifolium, Maytenus radlkoferiana, Maytenus pustulata, Maytenus pittieriana, Maytenus pruinosa, Maytenus truncata, Maytenus umbellata, Maytenus undata, Maytenus tetragona, Maytenus woodsonii, Maytenus urquiolae, Maytenus wendtii, Maytenus williamsii, Maytenus oleosa, Maytenus opaca, Maytenus ocoensis, Maytenus myrsinoides, Maytenus neblinae, Maytenus oblongata, Maytenus nitida, Maytenus segoviarum, Maytenus schippii, Maytenus sieberiana, Maytenus parvifolia, Maytenus coriacea, Maytenus chiapensis, Maytenus comocladiiformis, Maytenus chubutensis, Maytenus communis, Maytenus curranii, Maytenus disticha, Maytenus ardisiifolia, Maytenus basidentata, Maytenus boaria, Maytenus lineatus, Maytenus listeri, Maytenus laxiflora, Maytenus insculpta, Maytenus laevis, Maytenus kanukuensis, Maytenus karstenii, Maytenus mayana, Maytenus meridensis,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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