Galápagos Leatherleaf (Maytenus Octogona) is a perennial shrub in the Celastraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Maytenus octogona is a plant species known for its presence in the Galápagos Islands and parts of South America. It belongs to the Celastraceae family and is recognized for its ecological and medicinal properties.