Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cerifera
ID:
1427820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schmidt Silveira & Miotto

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.44: 133 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443985

Common Names

  • Mimosa cerifera
  • Cerifera Mimosa
  • Candelilla

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Description

Mimosa cerifera (also called Wax Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has an erect stem, with a height of 1-2 m. It grows in grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa cerifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa cerifera is a pink or purple color and has a bell shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa cerifera can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, Mimosa cerifera should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Mimosa cerifera

Mimosa cerifera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Mimosa cerifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa cerifera?

Mimosa cerifera

What is the common name of Mimosa cerifera?

Wax-bearing Mimosa

What is the habitat of Mimosa cerifera?

It is found in grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands

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

Silvia Tersinha Sfoggia Miotto (1952-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miotto' in the authors string.
Fernanda Schmidt Silveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmidt Silveira' in the authors string.