What is Maytenus?

Maytenus is a type of flowering tree that belongs to the family of staff or CeraTraceae, family. It consists of more than 30 species that are doing well in warm climate such as Africa and Central and South America, among other things. The species of this family can also grow in colder climate such as Europe and North America. They reach up to 40 feet (12 m) with whitish colorful flowers that bloom during spring and summer. This tree also carries leaves and berries similar to Holly.

The species in this family is generally slowly growing and very resistant to drought. Some species have gained popularity because of their ability to tolerate cold weather. Due to his popularity in South America, he created a list of endangered plant species. Since 2010, the purchase and sale of this particular species is unlawful. Relatively few species in this family are seriously endangered by losing the habitat.

Some areas use selected species as decoration of plants. The genus consists of trees that do not grow too muchKé, which is ideal for residential lawns and commercial landscaping. During the fresh days the branches are elegantly swinging in the wind. Female trees can produce small green flowers with purple spots, while male trees produce brown yellow. Some species are combined with European bees to form honey.

It is assumed that some types of Maytenus have medical properties that are well known to some South America regions. The native people of Amazon call the plant Maytenus Chuchuhaasi , which means trembling back. They used the roots, leaves and bark of this plant to treat stomach ulcers by cooking the plant and drinking cooking.

Studies suggest that the anti-ulcerogenic properties of the most common species, Maytenenus ilicifolia , effectively reduce the stomach level in the stomach of the landing continues to consume one cup two to three times a day. Research conducted in Brazil revealedIl that this wine staff, as well as several other species in the family Maytenus , contains Maytansinoid chemical compounds that show strong antitumor and anti-leukemic activities in vitro

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In addition to medicinal characteristics, the root extract of these plants is also used as a tonic in some areas of Brazil, Ecuador and Peru. The bark is cooked and filled with a beverage called ayahuasca , which is used in shaman healing. His role in rituals dates back to Civilization Incan and is still used since 2010.