Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incana
ID:
181759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 387 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000181088



Common Names

  • Mimosa incana
  • Woolly Mimosa
  • Hairy Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Acacia sprengelii Hook. & Arn. [valid]
  • Mimosa crassipes Arechav. [unknown]
  • Acacia incana Spreng. [valid]

Description

Mimosa incana (also called Silver-Leaf Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist habitats, such as near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa incana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa incana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa incana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Mimosa incana

Mimosa incana is native to Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Mimosa incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa incana?

Mimosa incana

What is the common name of Mimosa incana?

Hoary Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa incana?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests in South America

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