Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Grether & V.W.Steinm.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Brittonia67: 5 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002302
Description
Mimosa sotoi (also called Soto's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found in the Philippines. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It grows in tropical rainforest and in open forest.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa sotoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa sotoi has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval shaped with a brown and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimosa sotoi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the medium moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Mimosa sotoi
Mimosa sotoi can be found in the Amazon rainforest of South America.
Mimosa sotoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa sotoi?
Mimosa sotoi
What is the common name of Mimosa sotoi?
Sotoi Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa sotoi?
Tropical rainforests
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