Mimosa berroi - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana13: 405 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169658
Common Names
- Mimosa Berroi
- Berroi Sensitive Plant
- Berroi Mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa berroi (also called Berroi 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 berroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used to make a tea-like beverage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mimosa berroi is a bright yellow, with a short, thin stem. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed that is about 1/4 inch long. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a thin stem.
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Mimosa berroi 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 berroi
Mimosa berroi can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Goiás.
Mimosa berroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa berroi?
Mimosa berroi
What is the common name of Mimosa berroi?
Berro's Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa berroi?
Mimosa berroi 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
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa berroi Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.