Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurivillus
ID:
175134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Flora21(2 Beibl.): 52 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174463

Common Names

  • Powderpuff
  • Powderpuff Mimosa
  • Silky Mimosa

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Description

Mimosa aurivillus (also called Acacia aurivillus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to South America. It has a rounded crown and can grow up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are bipinnate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa aurivillus is used as a source of fuelwood, timber, and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa aurivillus var. aurivillus
Mimosa aurivillus var. calothamnos (Mart. ex Benth.) Barneby
Mimosa aurivillus var. calothamnoides Barneby
Mimosa aurivillus var. warmingii Barneby
Mimosa aurivillus var. sordescens Benth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa aurivillus is a small, yellow, globular head of numerous stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-ovate, and the seedlings are slender, with small, ovate leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa aurivillus is a shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mimosa aurivillus

Mimosa aurivillus can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica.

Mimosa aurivillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa aurivillus?

Mimosa aurivillus

What is the common name of Mimosa aurivillus?

Golden Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa aurivillus?

Dry, sandy soils

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