Mimosa neptuniodes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
ildis
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
in Kuntze, Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 67. 1898 [28 Sep 1898]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169778
Common Names
- Giant Sensitive Plant
- Giant Sensitive Tree
- Neptuniodes Mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa neptuniodes (also called Neptunioides sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil and Paraguay. It has bipinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open areas and along roadsides, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa neptuniodes is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for animals, and as a source of wood for making furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa neptuniodes is a small, yellow, globular head with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, hard, shiny, and flattened bean. The seedlings have two opposite, compound leaves with small leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa neptuniodes is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-draining soil and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Mimosa neptuniodes
Mimosa neptuniodes can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Mimosa neptuniodes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa neptuniodes?
Mimosa neptuniodes
What is the common name of Mimosa neptuniodes?
Mimosa neptuniodes
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa neptuniodes?
Tropical forests of Central and 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-16081: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.