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
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.
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