Maytenus elaeodendroides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elaeodendroides
ID:
375848
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 54 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375180
Common Names
- Elaeodendroides Mayten
- Maytenus Elaeodendroides
- Elaeodendroides Mayten Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Celastrus richardii elaeodendroides M.Gómez [unknown]
- Monteverdia elaeodendroides (Griseb.) Biral [valid]
Description
Maytenus elaeodendroides (also called Elaeodendron mayten, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Maytenus elaeodendroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maytenus elaeodendroides is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maytenus elaeodendroides is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Maytenus elaeodendroides
Maytenus elaeodendroides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Maytenus elaeodendroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maytenus elaeodendroides?
Maytenus elaeodendroides
What is the common name of Maytenus elaeodendroides?
Maytenus elaeodendroides
What is the family of Maytenus elaeodendroides?
Celastraceae
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,
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161896-1: Based on the initial data import