Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uraguensis
ID:
175336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 202 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174665



Common Names

  • Mimosa uraguensis
  • Uruguayan Mimosa
  • Uruguayan Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa uruguayensis Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Mimosa uraguensis (also called Uraguay sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, pink flowers and bipinnate leaves. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa uraguensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa uraguensis is a small, pink-purple head of flowers. The seed is a small, black, flattened disc. The seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa uraguensis is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mimosa uraguensis

Mimosa uraguensis is native to South America, including Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa uraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa uraguensis?

Mimosa uraguensis

What are the common names of Mimosa uraguensis?

Uruguayan mimosa, Uraguay sensitive plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa uraguensis?

Mimosa uraguensis is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.