Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ursina
ID:
175337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Flora21(2 Beibl.): 56 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174666



Common Names

  • Mimosa ursina
  • Bear's Paw
  • Ursine Mimosa


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa paucisperma Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Mimosa ursina (also called Bear's paw sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and 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 ursina is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa ursina 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 ursina 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 ursina

Mimosa ursina is native to Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mimosa ursina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa ursina?

Mimosa ursina

What are the common names of Mimosa ursina?

Bear's paw mimosa, bear's paw sensitive plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa ursina?

Mimosa ursina is native to Brazil and Paraguay.

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