Espinheira-santa
Maytenus ilicifolia
Family: Celastraceae
What it is like
A tree. The leaves have lobes ending in spines.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 2,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, South America (country/location of origin), Uruguay
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds - oil
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Celastrus spinifolius Larranaga; Maytenus aquifolium Mart.; Maytenus hassleri Briq.; Maytenus pilocomayensis Briq.;