Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borboremae
ID:
174413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem8: 711 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173742



Common Names

  • Mimosa Borboremae
  • Borborema Mimosa
  • Borborema Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa coelho-de-moraesii Pickel & Handro [valid]

Description

Mimosa borboremae (also called 'Borborema Mimosa', among many other common names) is a shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in dry forests and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa borboremae is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa borboremae is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa borboremae is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Mimosa borboremae

Mimosa borboremae can be found in the Brazilian states of Paraíba, Pernambuco, and Alagoas.

Mimosa borboremae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa borboremae?

Mimosa borboremae

What is the common name of Mimosa borboremae?

Borborema mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa borboremae?

Tropical and subtropical dry 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