Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
schumanniana
ID:
1293203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
tro

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 218 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292541



Common Names

  • Maytenus schumanniana
  • Schumann's Maytenus
  • Schumann's Whitewood


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Description

Maytenus schumanniana (also called Schumann's Mayten, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, usually growing to a height of 5–7 m. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus schumanniana 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 flower of Maytenus schumanniana is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus schumanniana is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Maytenus schumanniana

Maytenus schumanniana can be found in South America.

Maytenus schumanniana FAQ

What is the common name of Maytenus schumanniana?

Common name of Maytenus schumanniana is Schumann's Mayten

What is the scientific name of Schumann's Mayten?

The scientific name of Schumann's Mayten is Maytenus schumanniana

What is the origin of Maytenus schumanniana?

Maytenus schumanniana 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,