Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latispinosa
ID:
165445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 22 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164774

Common Names

  • Latispinosa Mimosa
  • Broad-leaved Mimosa
  • Broad-leafed Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa emirnensis Benth. [valid]
  • Acacia latispinosa Desf. [valid]
  • Mimosa mascarenensis Spreng. [valid]
  • Mimosa phyllocantha Pers. [valid]

Description

Mimosa latispinosa (also called Sensitive Plant, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It is found in dry and semi-dry areas, such as scrubland, grassland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa latispinosa is used as a source of fuel, timber, and fodder. It is also used for medicinal purposes, and its leaves are used as a source of tannins. The flowers are used for making perfumes and dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa latispinosa has yellow, fluffy flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa latispinosa is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 2 m. It can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within two weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Mimosa latispinosa

Mimosa latispinosa is native to Brazil. It can be found in the cerrado and caatinga regions of the country.

Mimosa latispinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa latispinosa?

Mimosa latispinosa

What is the common name of Mimosa latispinosa?

Wide-spined Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa latispinosa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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