Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
tetragona
ID:
375612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 709 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374944



Common Names

  • Four-angled Mayten
  • Four-angled Mayten Tree
  • Four-angled Mayten


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia tetragona (Griseb.) Biral [valid]
  • Maytenus gonoclada Griseb. [illegitimate]

Description

Maytenus tetragona (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 tetragona is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maytenus tetragona has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus tetragona is a shrub native to South America. It grows in moist soils and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Maytenus tetragona

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

Maytenus tetragona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus tetragona?

Maytenus tetragona

What is the common name of Maytenus tetragona?

Tetragon mayten

What is the habitat of Maytenus tetragona?

It grows in dry, sandy soils in full sun

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,

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