Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corynadenia
ID:
170357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.23: 167 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169686

Common Names

  • Corynadenia Sensitive Plant
  • Corynadenia Sensitive Tree
  • Mimosa Corynadenia

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Description

Mimosa corynadenia (also called Corynadenia sensitive plant, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has bright green leaves and pink or yellow flowers. It typically grows in open, sunny areas such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa corynadenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa corynadenia is a small, yellow-green, globular head of numerous stamens. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oblong-ovoid, and the seedlings are small, reddish-brown, and covered with silky hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa corynadenia is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep them moist until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into larger containers and given plenty of sunlight and water. The plant should be fertilized regularly and pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Mimosa corynadenia

Mimosa corynadenia is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espirito Santo, and Bahia.

Mimosa corynadenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa corynadenia?

Mimosa corynadenia

What is the common name of Mimosa corynadenia?

Corynadenia Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa corynadenia?

Dry open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.