Mimosa balduinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana9: 391 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184825
Common Names
- Mimosa Balduinii
- Balduin's Mimosa
- Mimosa Balduinii
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Mimosa balduinii (also called Balduin's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small, perennial tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa balduinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa balduinii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Mimosa balduinii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seeds should be planted in early spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them to a spacing of about 12 inches apart. Mimosa balduinii requires regular watering and should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Mimosa balduinii
Mimosa balduinii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Mimosa balduinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa balduinii?
Mimosa balduinii
What is the common name of Mimosa balduinii?
Balduin's Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa balduinii?
It is native to the Caribbean and Central and 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
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa balduinii Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.