Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb., Ekman & Loes. in O.C.Schmidt
Source:
ksu
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 33: 182 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453529
Common Names
- Maytenus microphylla
- Small-Leaved Mayten
- Small-Leaved Mayten Tree
Synonyms
- Monteverdia microphylla (Urb., Ekman & Loes.) Biral [valid]
Description
Maytenus microphylla (also called Small-leaved Maytenus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Maytenus microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maytenus microphylla has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maytenus microphylla is a shrub native to Hawaii. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and should be watered regularly during dry spells. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Maytenus microphylla
Maytenus microphylla is native to the Andes in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Maytenus microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maytenus microphylla?
Maytenus microphylla
What is the family of Maytenus microphylla?
Celastraceae
What is the common name of Maytenus microphylla?
Small-leaved mayten
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,