Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpusii
ID:
170484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot.3: 379 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169813



Common Names

  • Purpus' Mimosa
  • Purpus' Sensitive Plant
  • Purpus' Touch-me-not


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa purpusii purpusii [unknown]
  • Mimosopsis purpusii (Brandegee) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Mimosa purpusii calliandroides Brandegee [valid]

Description

Mimosa purpusii (also called Purple Sensitive Plant, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It has purple flowers and is often found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa purpusii 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 purpusii 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 purpusii 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 purpusii

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

Mimosa purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa purpusii?

Mimosa purpusii

What is the common name of Mimosa purpusii?

Purpusii mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa purpusii?

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