Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axillarioides
ID:
746610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Izag. & Beyhaut

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot.44: 353 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745943



Common Names

  • Mimosa axillarioides
  • Axillarioides Mimosa
  • Axillarioides


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Description

Mimosa axillarioides (also called Axillar Mimosa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa axillarioides is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa axillarioides has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa axillarioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mimosa axillarioides

Mimosa axillarioides is native to Central and South America. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Mimosa axillarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa axillarioides?

Mimosa axillarioides

What is the common name of Mimosa axillarioides?

Axillarioides Mimosa

Where is Mimosa axillarioides native to?

India

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

References

Primavera Izaguirre (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Izag.' in the authors string.
Rosario Beyhaut: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beyhaut' in the authors string.