Botanical Name: Maytenus boaria
Common Name: Mayten tree Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape rounded, dome-like tree with fine textured foliage and long pendulous branches – resembles weeping willow Height 30-40' Spread 30-40' Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun Soil requires a well-drained soil Hardiness hardy, zones 8, 9, 14-21 Morphology: Leaves elliptical to lanceolate, to 1-1/2" long, finely serrate, alternate on stem, sometimes whorled Flowers small greenish flowers in axillary clusters Fruit small 2-valved capsule with red seeds Propagation: seed, cuttings for named varieties Usage: lawn tree, moderate size shade tree, patio tree, good in raised areas, or against large walls Landscape Care: Watering deep water regularly for best results – shallow watering causes heavy surface rotting Fertilizing slow-release at planting time Pruning remove suckers/low branches for single trunk effect Pests/Diseases soil fungus can cause root rot in poorly drained areas Special Conditions/Other tolerates oak root fungus Origin: Chile Family: Celastraceae Notes: |
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