Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacerata
ID:
170419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.5: 141 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169748

Common Names

  • Mimosa Lacerata
  • Lacerata Mimosa
  • Mimosa Lacerata Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Acanthopteron laceratum (Rose) Britton & Rose [deprecated]
  • Mimosopsis glutinosa Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Mimosa biuncifera horrida Miranda [valid]
  • Mimosa lacerans Rose [invalid]
  • Acanthopteron laceratum (Rose) Britton [valid]

Description

Mimosa lacerata (also called Lacerate sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil and Paraguay. It has bipinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open areas and along roadsides, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa lacerata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa lacerata is a small, yellow, globular head with numerous stamens. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa lacerata is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Mimosa lacerata

Mimosa lacerata can be found in Brazil.

Mimosa lacerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa lacerata?

Mimosa lacerata

What is the common name of Mimosa lacerata?

Mimosa lacerata

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa lacerata?

Tropical forests 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