Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
508242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carv.-Okano

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 32: 467 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507574



Common Names

  • Maytenus littoralis
  • Pycreus sulcinux
  • Matelea corynephora


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia littoralis (Carv.-Okano) Biral [unknown]

Description

Maytenus littoralis (also called Littoral Maytenus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Celastraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with simple leaves. It is native to South America and grows in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or windbreak. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Maytenus littoralis are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus littoralis can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, bright location. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 4-6 weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring or late fall and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Maytenus littoralis

Maytenus littoralis is native to the coastal areas of South America.

Maytenus littoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus littoralis?

Maytenus littoralis

What is the common name of Maytenus littoralis?

Coastal Mayten

What is the family of Maytenus littoralis?

Celastraceae

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,