Mimosa brachycarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 410 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174472
Common Names
- Short-spined Mimosa
- Short-spined Powderpuff
- Short-spined Powderpuff Mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa brachycarpa (also called Acacia brachycarpa, 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 brachycarpa 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 brachycarpa 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa brachycarpa 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 brachycarpa
Mimosa brachycarpa is native to Brazil and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.
Mimosa brachycarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa brachycarpa?
Mimosa brachycarpa
What is the common name of Mimosa brachycarpa?
Short-fruited Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa brachycarpa?
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
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa brachycarpa Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.