Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Brittonia37: 130 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178853
Common Names
- Gemmulated Mimosa
- Gemmulated Sensitive Plant
- Gemmulated Touch-me-not
Synonyms
- Mimosa pteridifolia nanophylla Rizzini [invalid]
- Mimosa gemmulata adamantina Barneby [unknown]
- Mimosa gemmulata cristallina Barneby [unknown]
- Mimosa gemmulata segrex Barneby [unknown]
Description
Mimosa gemmulata (also called Gemmulate Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 centimeters. It is found in dry tropical forests, especially in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado regions.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa gemmulata is used as an ornamental plant, for its showy flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mimosa gemmulata var. gemmulata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa gemmulata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimosa gemmulata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Mimosa gemmulata
Mimosa gemmulata is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Mimosa gemmulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa gemmulata?
Mimosa gemmulata
What is the common name of Mimosa gemmulata?
Gemmulated Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa gemmulata?
Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands
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