Mimosa antrorsa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 403 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174459
Common Names
- Mimosa Antrorsa
- Upright Sensitive Plant
- Upright Mimosa
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- Mimosa adversa Benth. [valid]
Description
Mimosa antrorsa (also called Acacia antrorsa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to South America. It has a rounded crown and can grow up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa antrorsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa antrorsa is a small, yellow, globular head of numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-ovate, and the seedlings are slender, with small, ovate leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa antrorsa is a shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Mimosa antrorsa
Mimosa antrorsa can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica.
Mimosa antrorsa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa antrorsa?
Mimosa antrorsa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa antrorsa?
Mimosa antrorsa is native to the tropical forests of South America.
What are the common uses of Mimosa antrorsa?
Mimosa antrorsa is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of timber.
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa antrorsa Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.