Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana3: 448 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169868
Common Names
- Carinate Mimozyganthus
- Carinatus Mimozyganthus
- Mimozyganthus Carinatus
Synonyms
- Mimosa carinata Griseb. [valid]
Description
Mimozyganthus carinatus (also called 'Carinate Mimozyganthus', 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
Mimozyganthus carinatus 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
Mimozyganthus carinatus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimozyganthus carinatus 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 Mimozyganthus carinatus
Mimozyganthus carinatus is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Mimozyganthus carinatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimozyganthus carinatus?
Mimozyganthus carinatus
What are the common names of Mimozyganthus carinatus?
Carinate mimosa, Carinate velvet-leaf
What is the natural habitat of Mimozyganthus carinatus?
Mimozyganthus carinatus is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Mimozyganthus genus
Species in the Fabaceae family