Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
165548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brenan

Source:
ildis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.10: 189 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164877

Common Names

  • Mimosa of Mozambique
  • Mimosa Mossambicensis
  • Mozambique Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa violacea Bolle [illegitimate]

Description

Mimosa mossambicensis (also called 'Mimosa of Mozambique', among many other common names) is a shrub with pink flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Mozambique and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa mossambicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa mossambicensis has yellow flowers, brown seeds and long, thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa mossambicensis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Mimosa mossambicensis

Mimosa mossambicensis is native to Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe and can be found in dry savannas and woodlands.

Mimosa mossambicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa mossambicensis?

Mimosa mossambicensis

What are the common names of Mimosa mossambicensis?

Mozambique Mimosa, Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa mossambicensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry 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