Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plumosa
ID:
170473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micheli

Source:
ildis

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève30(2: 7): 91 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169802



Common Names

  • Mimosa Plumosa
  • Feathery Sensitive Plant
  • Feathery Humble Plant


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Description

Mimosa plumosa (also called Plumose Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky soils in scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa plumosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make perfumes and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa plumosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a pair of thorns at the base of the leaf stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa plumosa 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 plumosa

Mimosa plumosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa plumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa plumosa?

Mimosa plumosa

What is the common name of Mimosa plumosa?

Plumosa mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa plumosa?

Dry forests of Brazil

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