Maytenus woodsonii
Maytenus woodsonii, commonly known as "mora" in some regions, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional ethnobotany. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This plant serves as a vital natural resource in various indigenous healing practices.
- Scientific name: Maytenus woodsonii
- Family: Celastraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Celastrales and the family Celastraceae. It is further identified by the genus Maytenus, specifically as the species Maytenus woodsonii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Celastrales | WCVP |
| Family | Celastraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Maytenus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Maytenus woodsonii, is known by various regional names across different linguistic groups. In English, it is commonly referred to as woody mayten, while in Spanish, it is known as mático. Additionally, it is called mateo in Portuguese.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across the tropical regions of the Americas. Within Central America, its range extends through the country of Costa Rica. It can also be found further south in the nation of Panamá. Moving into Western South America, the species is documented in Colombia. These locations highlight its presence in diverse neotropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |