Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apodocarpa
ID:
170315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 415 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169644

Common Names

  • Mimosa Apodocarpa
  • Fern Tree
  • Fern Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa xavantinae Barneby [unknown]
  • Mimosa apodocarpa genuina Hassl. [invalid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa apodocarpa 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa apodocarpa is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, round-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa apodocarpa is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial sun to shade exposure. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C.

Where to Find Mimosa apodocarpa

Mimosa apodocarpa is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mimosa apodocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa apodocarpa?

Mimosa apodocarpa

What is the common name of Mimosa apodocarpa?

Apodocarpa Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa apodocarpa?

Mimosa apodocarpa 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