Status:
valid
Authors:
Alain
Source:
ksu
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio "De La Salle" 12: 5 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453557
Common Names
- Maytenus revoluta
- Revoluta Maytenus
- Maytenus
Synonyms
- Monteverdia revoluta (Alain) Biral [valid]
Description
Maytenus revoluta (also called Revolute Mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and coastal areas. The leaves are dark green and the flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Maytenus revoluta is a species of plant in the family Celastraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used to make a yellow dye.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Maytenus revoluta sub. bissei Mory
Maytenus revoluta sub. macrophylla Mory
Maytenus revoluta sub. revoluta
Maytenus revoluta var. jaucoensis Mory
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maytenus revoluta is white and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maytenus revoluta is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Maytenus revoluta
Maytenus revoluta is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Maytenus revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maytenus revoluta?
Maytenus revoluta
Where is Maytenus revoluta found?
Maytenus revoluta is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the growth habit of Maytenus revoluta?
Maytenus revoluta is an evergreen shrub or small tree, typically growing to a height of 4–6 m (13–20 ft).
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,