Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
170320

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.15: 133 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169649

Common Names

  • Mimosa Aspera
  • Rough Mimosa
  • Hairy Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Acacia habbas Link [valid]

Description

Mimosa aspera (also called Aspera 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 aspera 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 aspera 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 aspera 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 aspera

Mimosa aspera is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Mimosa aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa aspera?

Mimosa aspera

What is the common name of Mimosa aspera?

Rough Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa aspera?

Mimosa aspera 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

References