Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinaloensis
ID:
170504

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 163 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169833



Common Names

  • Sinaloa Sensitive Plant
  • Sinaloa Sensitive Tree
  • Sinaloa Sensitive Bush


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Description

Mimosa sinaloensis (also called 'Sinaloan Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has bipinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa sinaloensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used as a traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa sinaloensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a pair of thorns at the base of the leaf stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa sinaloensis is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 26 feet. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Mimosa sinaloensis

Mimosa sinaloensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Sinaloa, Nayarit, and Jalisco.

Mimosa sinaloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa sinaloensis?

Mimosa sinaloensis

What type of plant is Mimosa sinaloensis?

A shrub

Where is Mimosa sinaloensis 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

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.