Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schrankioides
ID:
175304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.5: 86 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174633



Common Names

  • Mimosa schrankioides
  • Schrankioides Mimosa
  • Mimosa Schrankioides


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Description

Mimosa schrankioides (also called 'Schrank's Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, bipinnate leaves and pinkish-white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa schrankioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of firewood and fodder.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa schrankioides var. sagotiana (Benth.) Barneby
Mimosa schrankioides var. schrankioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa schrankioides is a yellow, globular head of up to 25 small flowers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa schrankioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Mimosa schrankioides

Mimosa schrankioides is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical forests of the Atlantic Forest.

Mimosa schrankioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa schrankioides?

Mimosa schrankioides

What is the common name of Mimosa schrankioides?

Schrankioides Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa schrankioides?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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