Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
182893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève28(7): 52 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182222



Common Names

  • Mimosa Balansae
  • Balansae
  • Balansae Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa balansae robusta Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Mimosa balansae rojasiana Hassl. [valid]
  • Mimosa brevipetiolata rojasiana (Hassl.) Barneby [valid]

Description

Mimosa balansae (also called Balansa's mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Brazil. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa balansae is used as a forage crop, as a soil-improving plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa balansae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa balansae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Mimosa balansae

Mimosa balansae is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. It can be found in the wild in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Roraima.

Mimosa balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa balansae?

Mimosa balansae

What is the common name of Mimosa balansae?

Balansa's Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa balansae?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests

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