Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuiabensis
ID:
378163

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Rico & R.Grether

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.55: 224 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377495

Common Names

  • Mimosa
  • Cuiaba Sensitive Plant
  • Cuiaba Touch-me-not

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa diptera Barneby [illegitimate]

Description

Mimosa cuiabensis (also called 'Cuiaba Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has a velvety texture to its leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa cuiabensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa cuiabensis has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are usually 2-3 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa cuiabensis is a tropical shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mimosa cuiabensis

Mimosa cuiabensis is native to Brazil.

Mimosa cuiabensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa cuiabensis?

Mimosa cuiabensis

What is the common name of Mimosa cuiabensis?

Cuiabá mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa cuiabensis?

Dry open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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

Maria de Lourdes Rico (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Rico' in the authors string.
Rosaura Grether (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Grether' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:319903-2: Based on the initial data import