Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canahuensis
ID:
170345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.23: 163 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169674

Common Names

  • Canahuensis Mimosa
  • Canahuensis Sensitive Plant
  • Canahuensis Sensitive Tree

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Description

Mimosa canahuensis (also called Canahuensis 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 canahuensis can be used as a natural dye and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa canahuensis 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 canahuensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Mimosa canahuensis

Mimosa canahuensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Mimosa canahuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa canahuensis?

Mimosa canahuensis

What is the common name of Mimosa canahuensis?

Canahua Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa canahuensis?

Dry open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.