Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minarum
ID:
1249400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.65: 272 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248738

Common Names

  • Mimosa Minarum
  • Mimosa Minari
  • Mimosa Minarum Tree

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Description

Mimosa minarum (also called Minarum's mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub, native to the Andes of Colombia and Peru. It has an erect habit, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves. It is found in montane forests, from 1000 to 3500 meters above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa minarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa minarum is a yellow-green, globular head of many small flowers. The seed is a flat, oval shape, and the seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa minarum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Mimosa minarum

Mimosa minarum is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Mimosa minarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa minarum?

Mimosa minarum

What is the common name of Mimosa minarum?

Mimosa minarum

Where is Mimosa minarum found?

Mimosa minarum is found in 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