Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depauperata
ID:
184197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw.: 13 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183526



Common Names

  • Mimosa Depauperata
  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Giant Sensitive Tree


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Synonyms

  • Acacia canescens M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]

Description

Mimosa depauperata (also called Depauperate Mimosa, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa depauperata is used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa depauperata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa depauperata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Mimosa depauperata

Mimosa depauperata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Mimosa depauperata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa depauperata?

Mimosa depauperata

What is the common name of Mimosa depauperata?

Depauperate Mimosa

What is the family of Mimosa depauperata?

Fabaceae

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