Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
samydiformis
ID:
368595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
ksu

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(1): 11 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367927



Common Names

  • Samydiformis Maytenus
  • Maytenus samydiformis
  • Samydiformis-flower Maytenus


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia samydiformis (Reissek) Biral [unknown]

Description

Maytenus samydiformis (also called Samyd 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 samydiformis 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 samydiformis 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 samydiformis 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 samydiformis

Maytenus samydiformis can be found in South America.

Maytenus samydiformis FAQ

What is the common name of Maytenus samydiformis?

Samyde mayten

What is the growth habit of Maytenus samydiformis?

It is a shrub or small tree

What is the native range of Maytenus samydiformis?

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,