Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ervendbergii
ID:
175190

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts5: 178 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174519

Common Names

  • Mimosa Ervendbergii
  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Gimpy Sensitive Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa costaricensis Benth. [valid]
  • Mimosa mexiquitensis Britton & Rose [deprecated]
  • Neomimosa donnell-smithii Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Mimosa donnell-smithii (Britton & Rose) Standl. & Stey [deprecated]
  • Mimosa scalpens Standl. [valid]
  • Schrankia elata M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Mimosa donnell-smithii (Britton & Rose) Standl. & Steyerm. [valid]
  • Mimosa mexiquitensis Britton [valid]

Description

Mimosa ervendbergii (also called Brazilian sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the legume family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa ervendbergii is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa ervendbergii is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa ervendbergii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet (2.4 m). It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is easily propagated from seed, which can be sown in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Mimosa ervendbergii

Mimosa ervendbergii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Mimosa ervendbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa ervendbergii?

Mimosa ervendbergii

What are the common names of Mimosa ervendbergii?

Mimosa, Pinkball, Pink-ball, Pinkball Mimosa, Pink-ball Mimosa

What are the uses of Mimosa ervendbergii?

Mimosa ervendbergii is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and for ornamental purposes.

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