Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blanchetii
ID:
175139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 433 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174468



Common Names

  • Blanchet's Mimosa
  • Blanchet Mimosa
  • Blanchet's Powderpuff


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Description

Mimosa blanchetii (also called Acacia blanchetii, 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 blanchetii 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 blanchetii is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa blanchetii 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 blanchetii

Mimosa blanchetii can be found in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest.

Mimosa blanchetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa blanchetii?

Mimosa blanchetii

What is the common name of Mimosa blanchetii?

Blanchet's Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa blanchetii?

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