Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
debilis
ID:
175167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 4: 1029 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174496



Common Names

  • Debilis Mimosa
  • Mimosa Debilis
  • Mimosa Stipulacea


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Description

Mimosa debilis (also called Debilis 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 debilis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa debilis var. debilis
Mimosa debilis var. amnis-mortium Barneby
Mimosa debilis var. angusta (Benth.) M.Morales & Fortunato
Mimosa debilis var. aequatoriana (Rudd) Barneby
Mimosa debilis var. parapitiensis (Burkart) Barneby
Mimosa debilis var. vestita (Benth.) Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa debilis 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 debilis 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 debilis

Mimosa debilis is native to the Cerrado region of Brazil and can be found in open areas and along roadsides. It is also found in the states of Minas Gerais, Goiás, and Mato Grosso do Sul.

Mimosa debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa debilis?

Mimosa debilis

What is the common name of Mimosa debilis?

Weak Mimosa

Where is Mimosa debilis native to?

South America

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.