Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalunga
ID:
747472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marc.F.Simon & C.E.Hughes

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.35: 278 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746805

Common Names

  • Mimosa kalunga
  • Kalunga Mimosa
  • Mimosa

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Description

Mimosa kalunga (also called 'Kalunga Mimosa', among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, twining vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in open woodlands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa kalunga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa kalunga is a yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa kalunga is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of Asia. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plant in a sunny location and water regularly.

Where to Find Mimosa kalunga

Mimosa kalunga is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.

Mimosa kalunga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa kalunga?

Mimosa kalunga

What type of plant is Mimosa kalunga?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Mimosa kalunga found?

It is found in Mexico.

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

Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.
Marcelo Fragomeni Simon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marc.F.Simon' in the authors string.