Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annularis
ID:
175129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 419 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174458

Common Names

  • Mimosa Annularis
  • Annular Sensitive Plant
  • Ring-Leaved Mimosa

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Description

Mimosa annularis (also called Acacia annularis, 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 annularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa annularis var. annularis
Mimosa annularis var. odora Barneby
Mimosa annularis var. xinguensis (Ducke) Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa annularis 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 annularis 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 annularis

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

Mimosa annularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa annularis?

Mimosa annularis

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa annularis?

Mimosa annularis is native to the tropical forests of South America.

What are the common uses of Mimosa annularis?

Mimosa annularis is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of timber.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.