Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
368594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pirani & Carv.-Okano

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(1): 95. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367926



Common Names

  • Rupestris Maytenus
  • Maytenus rupestris
  • Rupestris-flower Maytenus


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia rupestris (Pirani & Carv.-Okano) Biral [unknown]

Description

Maytenus rupestris (also called Rock Mayten, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, digestive problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maytenus rupestris has small, white, five-petaled flowers that are arranged in small, dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are covered in short hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus rupestris is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Maytenus rupestris

Maytenus rupestris can be found in South America.

Maytenus rupestris FAQ

What is the common name of Maytenus rupestris?

Rock mayten

What is the growth habit of Maytenus rupestris?

It is a shrub or small tree

What is the native range of Maytenus rupestris?

It 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2357266: Based on the initial data import
José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
Rita Maria de Carvalho-Okano (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carv.-Okano' in the authors string.