Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatula
ID:
196575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill. ex Drake

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
A.Grandidier, Hist. Phys. Madagascar30: 42 (1902 publ. 1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195904



Common Names

  • Mimosa delicatula
  • Delicate Mimosa
  • Delicate Sensitive Plant


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Description

Mimosa delicatula (also called Delicate Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry deciduous forests, scrub and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa delicatula is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa delicatula is small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, hard nut. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa delicatula is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown and bipinnate leaves. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. It can also be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer.

Where to Find Mimosa delicatula

Mimosa delicatula can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Mimosa delicatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa delicatula?

Mimosa delicatula

What are the common names of Mimosa delicatula?

Delicate Mimosa, Catclaw Mimosa, and Sensitive Plant

What is the distribution of Mimosa delicatula?

It is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia

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

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.