Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borealis
ID:
175142

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts, n.s., 4: 39 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174471

Common Names

  • Northern Mimosa
  • Northern Powderpuff
  • Northern Powderpuff Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa fragrans A.Gray [valid]

Description

Mimosa borealis (also called Acacia borealis, 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 borealis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa borealis is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa borealis 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 borealis

Mimosa borealis is native to Brazil and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Mimosa borealis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa borealis?

Mimosa borealis

What is the common name of Mimosa borealis?

Northern Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa borealis?

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

References