Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
casta
ID:
175158

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 518 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174487



Common Names

  • Casta Mimosa
  • Casta Sensitive Plant
  • Casta Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa dominiciana Desv. [valid]

Description

Mimosa casta (also called Casta Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 2 meters tall. Its leaves are bipinnate, with small yellow flowers and small fruits. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa casta is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa casta 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 casta is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Mimosa casta

Mimosa casta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Mimosa casta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa casta?

Mimosa casta

What is the common name of Mimosa casta?

Casta Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa casta?

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