Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pigra
ID:
165749

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1755

Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. I: 13 (1755)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165078

Common Names

  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Giant Mimosa
  • Giant Touch-me-not

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa asperata pigra (L.) Willd. [illegitimate]

Description

Mimosa pigra (also called Giant Sensitive Plant, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in wet, open habitats such as rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa pigra var. pigra
Mimosa pigra var. dehiscens (Barneby) Glazier & Mackinder
Mimosa pigra var. asperata (L.) Zarucchi, Vincent & Gandhi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa pigra is a bright yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa pigra is a shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 m. It has a spreading habit and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C.

Where to Find Mimosa pigra

Mimosa pigra is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Mimosa pigra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa pigra?

Mimosa pigra

What are the common names of Mimosa pigra?

Pigra Mimosa, Giant Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa pigra?

It is native to 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

References