Mimosa margaritae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Britton & Rose
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173743
Common Names
- Mimosa Margaritae
- Margarita Mimosa
- Margarita Sensitive Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa margaritae (also called 'Pearl Mimosa', among many other common names) is a shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in dry forests and disturbed soils.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa margaritae is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa margaritae is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa margaritae is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Mimosa margaritae
Mimosa margaritae can be found in the Brazilian states of Paraíba, Pernambuco, and Alagoas.
Mimosa margaritae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa margaritae?
Mimosa margaritae
What is the common name of Mimosa margaritae?
Pearl mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa margaritae?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161798-2: Based on the initial data import