Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
453819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane : 331 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453151

Common Names

  • Matayba guianensis
  • Guianan Matayba
  • Guianan Maesa

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Synonyms

  • Matayba patrisiana DC. [unknown]
  • Cupania euphoriifolia Cambess. [unknown]
  • Cupania laevigata Rich. [unknown]
  • Cupania laxiflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Cupania micrantha Mart. [unknown]
  • Ephielis fraxinea Willd. [unknown]
  • Ephielis guianensis (Aubl.) Pers. [unknown]
  • Ephielis patrisiana Spreng. [unknown]
  • Matayba laevigata Radlk. [unknown]
  • Matayba steinbachii Melch. [unknown]
  • Matayba miquelii Uittien [unknown]

Description

Matayba guianensis (also called Guianan Matayba, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is a shade-tolerant species and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Matayba guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicines to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Matayba guianensis are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matayba guianensis is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers acidic soils. It is also tolerant of drought and cold temperatures.

Where to Find Matayba guianensis

Matayba guianensis is native to the Caribbean region.

Matayba guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matayba guianensis?

Matayba guianensis

What is the common name of Matayba guianensis?

Guianan Matayba

What is the natural habitat of Matayba guianensis?

Tropical rainforests in South America

Species in the Matayba genus

Matayba spruceana, Matayba scrobiculata, Matayba robusta, Matayba ptariana, Matayba peruviana, Matayba pallens, Matayba oppositifolia, Matayba opaca, Matayba yutajensis, Matayba floribunda, Matayba elegans, Matayba elaeagnoides, Matayba clavelligera, Matayba guianensis, Matayba camptoneura, Matayba atropurpurea, Matayba arborescens, Matayba apetala, Matayba adenanthera, Matayba leucodictya, Matayba mexicana, Matayba glaberrima, Matayba kennedyi, Matayba kavanayena, Matayba intermedia, Matayba ingifolia, Matayba inelegans, Matayba longipes, Matayba ayangannensis, Matayba discolor, Matayba grandis, Matayba heterophylla, Matayba paucijuga, Matayba punctata, Matayba stenodictya, Matayba sylvatica, Matayba talisioides, Matayba domingensis, Matayba kennedyae, Matayba purgans, Matayba macrocarpa, Matayba verapazensis, Matayba boliviana, Matayba marginata, Matayba juglandifolia, Matayba cristae, Matayba mollis, Matayba obovata, Matayba livescens,

Species in the Sapindaceae family