Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epitropica
ID:
378170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & León de la Luz

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Brittonia49: 452 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377502

Common Names

  • Mimosa
  • Epitropic Sensitive Plant
  • Epitropic Touch-me-not

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Description

Mimosa epitropica (also called 'Epitropic Sensitive Plant', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has a velvety texture to its leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa epitropica is used as a source of food for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa epitropica has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are usually 2-3 cm long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa epitropica is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, yellow flowers. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Mimosa epitropica

Mimosa epitropica is native to South America.

Mimosa epitropica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa epitropica?

Mimosa epitropica

What is the common name of Mimosa epitropica?

Epitropic mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa epitropica?

Dry open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
José Luis León de la Luz (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'León de la Luz' in the authors string.