Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rusbyana
ID:
1247133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & Fortunato

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.65: 525 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246471





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Description

Mimosa rusbyana (also called Rusby's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is found in dry woodlands, bushveld, and coastal forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa rusbyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa rusbyana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa rusbyana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Mimosa rusbyana

Mimosa rusbyana is native to South America.

Mimosa rusbyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa rusbyana?

Mimosa rusbyana

What are the common names of Mimosa rusbyana?

Rusby's Mimosa, Rusby's Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa rusbyana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Renée Hersilia Fortunato (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fortunato' in the authors string.