Description
Mimosa regina (also called 'Regina Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has a greyish-green bark and its leaves are composed of many small leaflets. It grows in dry forests and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa regina has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimosa regina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.
Where to Find Mimosa regina
Mimosa regina is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.