Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aguapeia
ID:
1249424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.65: 363 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248762



Common Names

  • Mimosa aguapeia
  • Aguapeia Mimosa
  • Mimosa Aguapeia Plant


Searching for Mimosa aguapeia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Mimosa aguapeia (also called Aguapeia's mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub, native to the Andes of Colombia and Peru. It has an erect habit, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves. It is found in montane forests, from 1000 to 3500 meters above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa aguapeia is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens and pots.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa aguapeia is a small, yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, round leaf.

Searching for Mimosa aguapeia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa aguapeia is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mimosa aguapeia

Mimosa aguapeia is native to Brazil.

Mimosa aguapeia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa aguapeia?

Mimosa aguapeia

What is the common name of Mimosa aguapeia?

Mimosa aguapeia

Where is Mimosa aguapeia found?

Mimosa aguapeia is found in South America

Species in the Mimosa genus

Mimosa bimucronata, Mimosa busseana, Mimosa elliptica, Mimosa invisa, Mimosa latispinosa, Mimosa mossambicensis, Mimosa pigra, Mimosa polydactyla, Mimosa pudica, Mimosa rubicaulis, Mimosa scabrella, Mimosa suffruticosa, Mimosa antioquensis, Mimosa lepidophora, Mimosa parvifoliolata, Mimosa acapulcensis, Mimosa aculeaticarpa, Mimosa adenocarpa, Mimosa affinis, Mimosa albolanata, Mimosa alleniana, Mimosa amambayensis, Mimosa apodocarpa, Mimosa argillotropha, Mimosa aspera, Mimosa bahamensis, Mimosa barrancana, Mimosa barretoi, Mimosa benthamii, Mimosa berroi, Mimosa brachystachya, Mimosa brevipetiolata, Mimosa caerulea, Mimosa cainguensis, Mimosa calcicola, Mimosa calliandroides, Mimosa callithrix, Mimosa campicola, Mimosa canahuensis, Mimosa candelabrum, Mimosa coelocarpa, Mimosa colombiana, Mimosa congestifolia, Mimosa corynadenia, Mimosa cubatanensis, Mimosa cuzcoana, Mimosa cyclophylla, Mimosa deamii, Mimosa dryandroides, Mimosa dutrae,

Species in the Fabaceae family