Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
matudae
ID:
1293184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
tro

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 4: 383 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292522



Common Names

  • Maytenus matudae
  • Matuda's Maytenus
  • Matuda's Whitewood


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Description

Maytenus matudae (also called Matuda's mayten, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, obovate to oblong-lanceolate, and its flowers are small, white, and fragrant. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus matudae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a windbreak, as a hedge, and as a source of firewood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Maytenus matudae are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus matudae is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is native to South America and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Maytenus matudae

Maytenus matudae is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Maytenus matudae FAQ

What is the common name of Maytenus matudae?

Common name of Maytenus matudae is Matuda's Mayten

What is the scientific name of Matuda's Mayten?

The scientific name of Matuda's Mayten is Maytenus matudae

What is the origin of Maytenus matudae?

Maytenus matudae is native to South America

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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