Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
chubutensis
ID:
375735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) Lourteig, O'Donell & Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Natura (Buenos Aires) 1: 208 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375067



Common Names

  • Maytenus chubutensis
  • Chubut Mayten
  • Chubut Mayten Tree


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Synonyms

  • Pernettya chubutensis Speg. [unknown]

Description

Maytenus chubutensis (also called Chubut Mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Argentina. 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 chubutensis 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 chubutensis 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 chubutensis 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 chubutensis

Maytenus chubutensis is native to Argentina.

Maytenus chubutensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus chubutensis?

Maytenus chubutensis

What is the common name of Maytenus chubutensis?

Chubut Maytenus

Where is Maytenus chubutensis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2370003: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Alicia Lourteig (1913-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lourteig' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto O’Donell (1912-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Donell' in the authors string.