Mimosa myriacantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.21: 339 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195929
Common Names
- Mimosa Myriacantha
- Myriacantha Mimosa
- Myriacantha's Mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa myriacantha (also called 'Myriacantha Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has bright green, bipinnate leaves. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa myriacantha is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa myriacantha has yellow flowers and small, brown, flattened seeds. The seedlings have long, slender stems and delicate, bipinnate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa myriacantha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Mimosa myriacantha
Mimosa myriacantha can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.
Mimosa myriacantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa myriacantha?
Mimosa myriacantha
What is the common name of Mimosa myriacantha?
Myriacantha mimosa
Where is Mimosa myriacantha native to?
Madagascar
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa myriacantha Baker: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.