Mimosa sousae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Grether
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Phytologia48: 369 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179143
Common Names
- Sousa Mimosa
- Mimosa sousae
- Sousa Mimosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mimosa sousae (also called Sousa's Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa sousae is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa sousae has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mimosa sousae is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Mimosa sousae
Mimosa sousae is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical moist forests.
Mimosa sousae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa sousae?
Mimosa sousae
What type of plant is Mimosa sousae?
A shrub
Where is Mimosa sousae native to?
Brazil
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
Rosaura Grether (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Grether' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mimosa sousae R.Grether: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.