Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 1: 161 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292520
Common Names
- Maytenus manabiensis
- Manabi Maytenus
- Manabi Whitewood
Description
Maytenus manabiensis (also called Manabi mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Ecuador. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, obovate to oblong-lanceolate, and its flowers are small, white, and fragrant. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Maytenus manabiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a windbreak, as a hedge, and as a source of firewood and charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Maytenus manabiensis are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maytenus manabiensis 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 manabiensis
Maytenus manabiensis is native to Ecuador. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.
Maytenus manabiensis FAQ
What is the common name of Maytenus manabiensis?
Common name of Maytenus manabiensis is Manabi Mayten
What is the scientific name of Manabi Mayten?
The scientific name of Manabi Mayten is Maytenus manabiensis
What is the origin of Maytenus manabiensis?
Maytenus manabiensis is native to South America
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,