Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urandiensis
ID:
1305702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Santos-Silva, Marc.F.Simon & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.38: 127 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318156





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Description

Mimosa urandiensis (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 urandiensis has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa urandiensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa urandiensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Mimosa urandiensis

Mimosa urandiensis is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Paraná.

Mimosa urandiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa urandiensis?

Mimosa urandiensis

What is the family of Mimosa urandiensis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Mimosa urandiensis?

Urandi Mimosa

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

Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Marcelo Fragomeni Simon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marc.F.Simon' in the authors string.
Juliana Santos-Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Santos-Silva' in the authors string.