Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petraea
ID:
170469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat & Hassl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 4: 548 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169798

Common Names

  • Mimosa Petraea
  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Giant Humble Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa petraea petraea [unknown]

Description

Mimosa petraea (also called Petraea Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky soils in scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa petraea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa petraea is a yellow puffball with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa petraea is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-draining soil and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mimosa petraea

Mimosa petraea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa petraea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa petraea?

Mimosa petraea

What is the common name of Mimosa petraea?

Petraea mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa petraea?

Dry forests of Brazil

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

References

Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.