Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floridana
ID:
1411302

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chapm.) Weakley & Flores-Cruz

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas11: 305 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423767

Common Names

  • Mimosa floridana
  • Floridana Mimosa
  • Floridana

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Description

Mimosa floridana (also called 'Florida Mimosa', among many other common names) is a small shrub with bipinnate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to Florida and is found in dry and semi-dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa floridana has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It can also be used as a food source and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa floridana is a pink, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa floridana is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Mimosa floridana

Mimosa floridana is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in the wild in states such as Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Mimosa floridana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa floridana?

Mimosa floridana

What is the common name of Mimosa floridana?

Floridana Mimosa

Where is Mimosa floridana found?

Mimosa floridana is found in the tropical rainforests of 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

References

Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.
Alan Stuart Weakley (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weakley' in the authors string.
Maria Flores-Cruz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Flores-Cruz' in the authors string.