Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudosepiaria
ID:
170480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.42: 207 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169809



Common Names

  • Silky Mimosa
  • Silky Sensitive Plant
  • Silky Touch-me-not


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Description

Mimosa pseudosepiaria (also called False-sepia 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 pseudosepiaria 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 pseudosepiaria 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 pseudosepiaria is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Mimosa pseudosepiaria

Mimosa pseudosepiaria can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Mimosa pseudosepiaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa pseudosepiaria?

Mimosa pseudosepiaria

What is the common name of Mimosa pseudosepiaria?

Pseudosepiaria mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa pseudosepiaria?

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