Mimosa dumetaria - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Villiers
Source:
ildis
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 174 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195906
Common Names
- Mimosa dumetaria
- Dumet Mimosa
- Dumet Sensitive Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa dumetaria (also called Bushy 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 dumetaria is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa dumetaria 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa dumetaria 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 dumetaria
Mimosa dumetaria can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.
Mimosa dumetaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa dumetaria?
Mimosa dumetaria
What are the common names of Mimosa dumetaria?
Bushy Mimosa, Catclaw Mimosa, and Sensitive Plant
What is the distribution of Mimosa dumetaria?
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
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa dumetaria Villiers: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.