Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycarpa
ID:
178948

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Mimoses: 8 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178277



Common Names

  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Mimosa Polycarpa
  • Mexican Mimosa


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Description

Mimosa polycarpa (also called Many-fruited mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and a rounded crown, with yellow flowers and long, flat, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa polycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa polycarpa var. spegazzinii (Pirotta) Burkart
Mimosa polycarpa var. polycarpa
Mimosa polycarpa var. redundans Barneby
Mimosa polycarpa var. subandina Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa polycarpa has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small, flat and dark brown. Its seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa polycarpa is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Mimosa polycarpa

Mimosa polycarpa is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mimosa polycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa polycarpa?

Mimosa polycarpa

What is the common name of Mimosa polycarpa?

Many-fruited Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa polycarpa?

Mimosa polycarpa is native to Central and South America, and is found in 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