Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
378227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Izag. & Beyhaut

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot.37: 108 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377559

Common Names

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

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Description

Mimosa australis (also called Southern Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1-2 m. Its leaves are bipinnate and yellow in color. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa australis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mimosa australis has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have five to seven pairs of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa australis is a tropical shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Mimosa australis

Mimosa australis is native to South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa australis?

Mimosa australis

What is the common name of Mimosa australis?

Australian Mimosa

What type of plant is Mimosa australis?

Perennial shrub

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

Primavera Izaguirre (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Izag.' in the authors string.
Rosario Beyhaut: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beyhaut' in the authors string.