Mimosa diversipila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Micheli
Source:
ildis
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève28(7): 57 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178951
Common Names
- Mimosa diversipila
- Diverse-leaf sensitive plant
- Diverse-leaf mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa diversipila (also called Variable mimosa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical South America. It has pink flowers and grows in open grasslands, pastures, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa diversipila is used as an ornamental plant, as it has a beautiful yellow flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mimosa diversipila var. diversipilaMimosa diversipila var. subglabriseta Barneby & Fortunato
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa diversipila has small yellow flowers that are held in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a flat, dark brown, hard-coated legume. The seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.
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Mimosa diversipila is a perennial legume that is grown in tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Propagation is done by seed. The seed should be sown in rows at a depth of 1-2 cm and spaced at 10-15 cm apart. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10 cm apart.
Where to Find Mimosa diversipila
Mimosa diversipila is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
Mimosa diversipila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa diversipila?
Mimosa diversipila
What is the common name of Mimosa diversipila?
Diverse-leaved Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa diversipila?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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,