Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auriculata
ID:
175133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 430 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174462



Common Names

  • Mimosa Auriculata
  • Earleaf Acacia
  • Earleaf Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa grandistipula Herzog [valid]

Description

Mimosa auriculata (also called Acacia auriculata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to South America. It has a rounded crown and can grow up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa auriculata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa auriculata is a small, yellow, globular head of numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-ovate, and the seedlings are slender, with small, ovate leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa auriculata is a shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mimosa auriculata

Mimosa auriculata can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica.

Mimosa auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa auriculata?

Mimosa auriculata

What is the common name of Mimosa auriculata?

Earleaf Acacia

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa auriculata?

Dry, sandy soils

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