Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
claussenii
ID:
185498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)4: 405 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184827

Common Names

  • Mimosa Claussenii
  • Mimosa Claussen's Sensitive Plant
  • Mimosa Claussen's Sensitive Tree

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Description

Mimosa claussenii (also called Claussen'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 claussenii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa claussenii var. claussenii
Mimosa claussenii var. claviceps Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. corneiseta Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. dolichopoda Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. megistophylla Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. microphyllidia Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. prorsiseta Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. pumila Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. soderstromii Barneby
Mimosa claussenii var. vespertilionis Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa claussenii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa claussenii 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 claussenii requires regular watering and should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Mimosa claussenii

Mimosa claussenii 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 claussenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa claussenii?

Mimosa claussenii

What is the common name of Mimosa claussenii?

Claussen's Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa claussenii?

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