Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uribeana
ID:
378110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.65: 37 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377442

Common Names

  • Uribeana Mimosa
  • Uribeana Mimosa
  • African Uribeana Mimosa

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Description

Mimosa uribeana (also called Uribe's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in dry habitats such as savannas and open woodlands. It has small, oval leaves and bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa uribeana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa uribeana is a yellow puffball, its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa uribeana is a perennial shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated through cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Regular watering is necessary, but the plant should not be allowed to dry out completely. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mimosa uribeana

Mimosa uribeana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Mimosa uribeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa uribeana?

Mimosa uribeana

What is the common name of Mimosa uribeana?

Uribeana Mimosa

What is the family of Mimosa uribeana?

Fabaceae

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