Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
coriacea
ID:
375728

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 337 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375060



Common Names

  • Maytenus coriacea
  • Coriaceous Mayten
  • Coriaceous Mayten Tree


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Description

Maytenus coriacea (also called Chilean Mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Chile and 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 coriacea 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 coriacea 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 coriacea is a fast-growing evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Maytenus coriacea requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Maytenus coriacea

Maytenus coriacea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Maytenus coriacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus coriacea?

Maytenus coriacea

What is the common name of Maytenus coriacea?

Coriaceous Maytenus

Where is Maytenus coriacea 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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