Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rastrera
ID:
1333308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Atahuachi & C.E.Hughes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa260: 208 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345762





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Description

Mimosa rastrera (also called Mimosa rastrera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and typically grows in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed sites. It has a shrubby stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and have six petals.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa rastrera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa rastrera has small, yellow-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa rastrera is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by cuttings in spring or fall. The cuttings should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 4 inches apart. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.

Where to Find Mimosa rastrera

Mimosa rastrera can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Bolivia.

Mimosa rastrera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa rastrera?

Mimosa rastrera

What type of plant is Mimosa rastrera?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae

Where is Mimosa rastrera native to?

Mimosa rastrera is native to 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

References

Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.
Margoth Atahuachi (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Atahuachi' in the authors string.