Mimosa glazioui - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30: 397. 1875
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174532
Common Names
- Mimosa Glazioui
- Glaziou's Mimosa
- Glaziou's Sensitive Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa glazioui (also called Glaziou's 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 glazioui is used as a source of food, fuelwood, and medicine in some parts of the world.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mimosa glazioui are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa glazioui 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 glazioui
Mimosa glazioui is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Colombia to northern Argentina.
Mimosa glazioui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa glazioui?
Mimosa glazioui
What are the common names of Mimosa glazioui?
Mimosa, Pinkball, Pink-ball, Pinkball Mimosa, Pink-ball Mimosa
What are the uses of Mimosa glazioui?
Mimosa glazioui 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-20649: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.