Mimosa pinetorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.11: 131 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169799
Common Names
- Mimosa Pinetorum
- Pine Sensitive Plant
- Pine Humble Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa pinetorum (also called Pine 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 pinetorum 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 pinetorum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa pinetorum 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 pinetorum
Mimosa pinetorum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Mimosa pinetorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa pinetorum?
Mimosa pinetorum
What is the common name of Mimosa pinetorum?
Pinetorum mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa pinetorum?
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
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa pinetorum Standl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.