Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
repanda
ID:
1293390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
tro

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 31(I): 450 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292728

Common Names

  • Repand Mayten
  • Repand Mayten Tree
  • Repand Maytenus

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Description

Maytenus repanda (also called Repanda, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. 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 repanda is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a moderate growth rate and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maytenus repanda 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 repanda is a small evergreen tree native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining potting soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early fall and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Maytenus repanda

Maytenus repanda is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Maytenus repanda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus repanda?

Maytenus repanda

What is the family of Maytenus repanda?

Celastraceae

What is the native range of Maytenus repanda?

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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