Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zygophylla
ID:
170538

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169867



Common Names

  • Zygophylla Mimosa
  • Zygophylla Mimosa
  • Mimosa Zygophylla


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Description

Mimosa zygophylla (also called 'Zigzag 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 zygophylla 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 zygophylla 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 zygophylla 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 zygophylla

Mimosa zygophylla is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Mimosa zygophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa zygophylla?

Mimosa zygophylla

What are the common names of Mimosa zygophylla?

Zigzag mimosa, Zigzag velvet-leaf

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa zygophylla?

Mimosa zygophylla is native to Mexico 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

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162077-2: Based on the initial data import