Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fagaracantha
ID:
175192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub.: 81 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174521



Common Names

  • Mimosa Fagaracantha
  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Gimpy Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa pulverulenta Urb. [valid]

Description

Mimosa fagaracantha (also called Catclaw sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the legume family. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa fagaracantha is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa fagaracantha has yellow, globular flower heads with numerous stamens. The seeds are small, brown and flattened. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa fagaracantha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet (2.4 m). It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is easily propagated from seed, which can be sown in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Mimosa fagaracantha

Mimosa fagaracantha is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Mimosa fagaracantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa fagaracantha?

Mimosa fagaracantha

What are the common names of Mimosa fagaracantha?

Mimosa, Pinkball, Pink-ball, Pinkball Mimosa, Pink-ball Mimosa

What are the uses of Mimosa fagaracantha?

Mimosa fagaracantha is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and for ornamental purposes.

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