Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
sieberiana
ID:
375663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug & Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5: 60 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374995



Common Names

  • Maytenus sieberiana
  • Sieber's Mayten
  • Sieber's Mayten Tree


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Synonyms

  • Maytenus longipes Briq. [unknown]
  • Monteverdia sieberiana (Krug. & Urb.) Biral [valid]

Description

Maytenus sieberiana (also called Sieber's Mayten, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Maytenus sieberiana 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 sieberiana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus sieberiana 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 sieberiana requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Maytenus sieberiana

Maytenus sieberiana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Maytenus sieberiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus sieberiana?

Maytenus sieberiana

What is the common name of Maytenus sieberiana?

Sieber's Mayten

What is the natural habitat of Maytenus sieberiana?

Woodlands, forests, and scrublands

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-2369880: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.