Mayten Tree (Maytenus boaria)

Family: Celastraceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Maytenus boaria is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

An edible oil is obtained from the seed. Used for cooking. — An edible oil is obtained from the seed.; Used for cooking.

Habitat & North American Range

Pasturelands, avoiding the competition for light from other trees. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)