Mangle Dulce, Gutta-percha Mayten
Scientific Name: Maytenus phyllanthoides Benth
Synonym: Maytenus texana, Tricerma phyllanthoides, Tricerma texana
Family: Celastraceae
USDA: 8b-10
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 18°F (-8°C)
Heat Tolerance: Excellent, water every 2 weeks in summer in the low desert to keep the tree lush
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Southern USA (Texas to Florida), Western Mexico (Sonora, Sinaloa, Baja California) on brackish soils
Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, growing up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m), 8 feet spread or more
Watering Needs: Little to moderate water when established, tolerates poor drainage
Blooming Habits:
The Mangle Dulce has small greenish flowers occasionally followed by small red fruits.
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