Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
urquiolae
ID:
375619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mory

Source:
ksu

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 104: 432 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374951



Common Names

  • Maytenus urquiolae
  • Urquiola's Mayten
  • Urquiola's Mayten Tree


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Synonyms

  • Monteverdia urquiolae (Mory) Biral [valid]

Description

Maytenus urquiolae (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 urquiolae 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

The flower of Maytenus urquiolae is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maytenus urquiolae 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 urquiolae

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

Maytenus urquiolae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maytenus urquiolae?

Maytenus urquiolae

What is the common name of Maytenus urquiolae?

Urquiola's mayten

What is the habitat of Maytenus urquiolae?

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,