Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prainiana
ID:
204893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madras: 421 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204222



Common Names

  • Mimosa prainiana
  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Giant Sensitive Tree


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Description

Mimosa prainiana (also called Prain's Mimosa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a rounded, spreading crown and grows to a height of up to 1.5 m. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions in open forests and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa prainiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa prainiana has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa prainiana is a perennial shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to South America and is often used as an ornamental plant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Mimosa prainiana

Mimosa prainiana is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Mimosa prainiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa prainiana?

Mimosa prainiana

What is the common name of Mimosa prainiana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa prainiana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests in 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