Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
170530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard.8: 91 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169859



Common Names

  • Williams' Mimosa
  • Williamsii Mimosa
  • Mimosa Williamsii


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa williamsii is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make tea and herbal medicines. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa williamsii has yellow, fluffy flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, circular seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa williamsii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Mimosa williamsii

Mimosa williamsii is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Roraima.

Mimosa williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa williamsii?

Mimosa williamsii

What are the common names of Mimosa williamsii?

Willowleaf mimosa, velvet-leaf, velvet-leaf mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa williamsii?

Mimosa williamsii is native to Brazil and Argentina and is found in dry, rocky areas

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