Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rondoniana
ID:
170492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
ildis

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas12: 6 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169821



Common Names

  • Mimosa Rondoniana
  • Rondoniana Mimosa
  • Rondoniana Sensitive Plant


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Description

Mimosa rondoniana (also called Rondon's Sensitive Plant, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has white flowers and is often found in moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa rondoniana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa rondoniana is a small, yellow puffball-like flower. The seed is a small, black bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa rondoniana 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 rondoniana

Mimosa rondoniana is native to South America, and can be found in wet forests in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa rondoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa rondoniana?

Mimosa rondoniana

What type of plant is Mimosa rondoniana?

A shrub

Where is Mimosa rondoniana 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