Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
egregia
ID:
170368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1936: 7 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169697



Common Names

  • Mimosa Egregia
  • Egregia Mimosa
  • Mimosa of Egregia


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Description

Mimosa egregia (also called Egregious sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has bright green leaves and pink or yellow flowers. It typically grows in open, sunny areas such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa egregia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa egregia is a small, yellow, globular head with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, hard, shiny, and flattened bean. The seedlings have two opposite, compound leaves with small leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa egregia is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep them moist until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into larger containers and given plenty of sunlight and water. The plant should be fertilized regularly and pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Mimosa egregia

Mimosa egregia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa egregia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa egregia?

Mimosa egregia

What is the common name of Mimosa egregia?

Egregious Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa egregia?

Dry open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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