Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
harrisii
ID:
454209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug & Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 1: 78 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453541



Common Names

  • Maytenus harrisii
  • Harrisii Maytenus
  • Maytenus


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia harrisii (Krug & Urb.) Biral [valid]

Description

Maytenus harrisii (also called Harris' 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 the Caribbean and is found in dry forests and coastal areas. The leaves are dark green and the flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus harrisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maytenus harrisii is a five-petaled, white to pinkish-purple bloom with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small, with round, green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus harrisii is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Maytenus harrisii

Maytenus harrisii is native to the Andes in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Maytenus harrisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus harrisii?

Maytenus harrisii

What is the family of Maytenus harrisii?

Celastraceae

What is the common name of Maytenus harrisii?

Harris' mayten

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:155520-2: Based on the initial data import