Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lamolina
ID:
747428

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Hughes & G.P.Lewis

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.65: 217 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746761



Common Names

  • Mimosa lamolina
  • Lamolina Mimosa
  • Lamolina Sensitive Plant


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Description

Mimosa lamolina (also called Lamolin's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa lamolina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make herbal tea and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa lamolina has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa lamolina is a small shrub native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mimosa lamolina

Mimosa lamolina is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia. It can be found in open woodlands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Mimosa lamolina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa lamolina?

Mimosa lamolina

What is the common name of Mimosa lamolina?

Lamolina Mimosa

Where is Mimosa lamolina found?

Mexico

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

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.