Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
honesta
ID:
175213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Flora21(2 Beibl.): 57 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174542

Common Names

  • Honesta Mimosa
  • Honesta Sensitive Plant
  • Honesta Sensitive Tree

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa honesta 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 honesta is a small, yellow puffball-like flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa honesta is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Mimosa honesta

Mimosa honesta is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Mimosa honesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa honesta?

Mimosa honesta

What are the common names of Mimosa honesta?

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

What are the uses of Mimosa honesta?

Mimosa honesta 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