Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceratonia
ID:
175159

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 523 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174488

Common Names

  • Ceratonia Mimosa
  • Ceratonia Sensitive Plant
  • Ceratonia Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Lomoplis ceratonia (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Acacia ceratonia (L.) Willd. [valid]

Description

Mimosa ceratonia (also called Ceratonia Mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 2 meters tall. Its leaves are bipinnate, with small yellow flowers and small fruits. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa ceratonia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa ceratonia var. pseudo-obovata (Taub.) Barneby
Mimosa ceratonia var. ceratonia
Mimosa ceratonia var. interior Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa ceratonia is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa ceratonia is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Mimosa ceratonia

Mimosa ceratonia is native to the Mediterranean region and is widely cultivated in many parts of the world. It is commonly found in gardens, parks, and other cultivated areas.

Mimosa ceratonia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa ceratonia?

Mimosa ceratonia

What is the common name of Mimosa ceratonia?

Ceratonia Mimosa

What is the family of Mimosa ceratonia?

Fabaceae

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