Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psoralea
ID:
196609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 421 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195938



Common Names

  • Mimosa Psoralea
  • Psoralea Mimosa
  • Psoralea's Mimosa


Searching for Mimosa psoralea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Acacia psoralea DC. [valid]
  • Dichrostachys brachypus Baill. [valid]
  • Desmanthus brachypus (Baill.) Drake [valid]

Description

Mimosa psoralea (also called 'Psoralea Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has bright green, bipinnate leaves. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa psoralea is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa psoralea has yellow flowers and small, brown, flattened seeds. The seedlings have long, slender stems and delicate, bipinnate leaves.

Searching for Mimosa psoralea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa psoralea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Mimosa psoralea

Mimosa psoralea is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Mimosa psoralea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa psoralea?

Mimosa psoralea

What is the common name of Mimosa psoralea?

Psoralea mimosa

Where is Mimosa psoralea native to?

Madagascar

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