Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laticifera
ID:
177733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini & N.F.Mattos

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Simpos. Cerrado Univ. S. Paulo: 171 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177062



Common Names

  • Laticifer mimosa
  • Mimosa laticifera
  • Mimosa laticiflora


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa obovata Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Mimosa laticifera (also called Latex sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an annual or perennial herb, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa laticifera is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa laticifera has yellow, globular flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have two to three pairs of leaves that are divided into several leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa laticifera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a warm, sunny location. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Mimosa laticifera

Mimosa laticifera is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Mimosa laticifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa laticifera?

Mimosa laticifera

What is the common name of Mimosa laticifera?

Latex-bearing Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa laticifera?

It is native to South America, where it grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

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

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Nilza Fischer de Mattos (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.F.Mattos' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161755-2: Based on the initial data import