Maytenus nitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
375653
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2 Beibl.): 91 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374985
Common Names
- Maytenus nitida
- Shiny Mayten
- Shiny Mayten Tree
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- Monteverdia nitida (Mart.) Biral [valid]
Description
Maytenus nitida (also called Mayten Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical South America. It is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Maytenus nitida is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maytenus nitida is a small, white-greenish, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maytenus nitida 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 nitida requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Maytenus nitida
Maytenus nitida is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Maytenus nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maytenus nitida?
Maytenus nitida
What is the common name of Maytenus nitida?
Shiny Mayten
What is the natural habitat of Maytenus nitida?
It is found in wet forests and cloud forests.
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
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162002-1: Based on the initial data import