Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpensetosa
ID:
1305683

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.M.Borges

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa177: 41 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318137



Common Names

  • Mimosa serpensetosa
  • Serpensetosa Mimosa
  • Mimosa serpensetosa Plant


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Description

Mimosa serpensetosa (also called 'Mimosa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa serpensetosa is a popular ornamental plant, and is often used in gardens and outdoor landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa serpensetosa is small, yellow, and cup-shaped. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Mimosa serpensetosa: This plant is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mimosa serpensetosa

Mimosa serpensetosa can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Mimosa serpensetosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa serpensetosa?

Mimosa serpensetosa

What is the common name of Mimosa serpensetosa?

Serpent's mimosa

Where is Mimosa serpensetosa native to?

Brazil

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

Leonardo Maurici Borges: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Borges' in the authors string.