Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haavoa
ID:
196579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Villiers

Source:
ildis

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Legum. Madagascar: 176 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195908



Common Names

  • Mimosa haavoa
  • Haavo Mimosa
  • Haavo Sensitive Plant


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Description

Mimosa haavoa (also called Haavoa 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 haavoa is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa haavoa var. haavoa
Mimosa haavoa var. peltieri Villiers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa haavoa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa haavoa 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 haavoa

Mimosa haavoa can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Mimosa haavoa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa haavoa?

Mimosa haavoa

What are the common names of Mimosa haavoa?

Haavo's Mimosa, Catclaw Mimosa, and Sensitive Plant

What is the distribution of Mimosa haavoa?

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