Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schomburgkii
ID:
175303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 133 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174632

Common Names

  • Mimosa schomburgkii
  • Schomburgk's Mimosa
  • Mimosa Schomburgkii

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa artemisiana Heringer & Paula [unknown]

Description

Mimosa schomburgkii (also called 'Schomburgk's Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, bipinnate leaves and pinkish-white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa schomburgkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of firewood and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa schomburgkii is a yellow, globular head of up to 25 small flowers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa schomburgkii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Mimosa schomburgkii

Mimosa schomburgkii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa schomburgkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa schomburgkii?

Mimosa schomburgkii

What is the common name of Mimosa schomburgkii?

Schomburgkii Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa schomburgkii?

Tropical and subtropical 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