Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amambayensis
ID:
170310

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.9: 13 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169639

Common Names

  • Mimosa amambayensis
  • Mimosa-de-folha-fina
  • Mimosa-do-campo

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Description

Mimosa amambayensis (also called Amambayensis Mimosa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Paraguay. It has green leaves and small pink flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open meadows and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa amambayensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa amambayensis var. amambayensis
Mimosa amambayensis var. glabrata Hassl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa amambayensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa amambayensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. Propagation is by division or cuttings, which should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mimosa amambayensis

Mimosa amambayensis can be found in the Amambay Department of Paraguay.

Mimosa amambayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa amambayensis?

Mimosa amambayensis

What is the common name of Mimosa amambayensis?

Amambay Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa amambayensis?

Mimosa amambayensis is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America.

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