Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
chiapensis
ID:
375733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 1: 156 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375065



Common Names

  • Maytenus chiapensis
  • Chiapas Mayten
  • Chiapas Mayten Tree


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia chiapensis (Lundell) Biral [valid]

Description

Maytenus chiapensis (also called Chiapas Mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus chiapensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maytenus chiapensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus chiapensis is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be grown from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Maytenus chiapensis

Maytenus chiapensis is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Maytenus chiapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus chiapensis?

Maytenus chiapensis

What is the common name of Maytenus chiapensis?

Chiapas Maytenus

Where is Maytenus chiapensis found?

It is found in tropical regions of the Americas

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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