Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ekmanii
ID:
170369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.9: 440 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169698

Common Names

  • Giant Sensitive Plant
  • Giant Mimosa
  • Ekman's Mimosa

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Synonyms

  • Mimosa apleura Urb. [unknown]
  • Mimosa moaensis Britton & P.Wilson [valid]

Description

Mimosa ekmanii (also called Ekman's 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 ekmanii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa ekmanii is a small, yellow, globular head with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, hard, shiny, and flattened bean. The seedlings have two opposite, compound leaves with small leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa ekmanii 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 ekmanii

Mimosa ekmanii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mimosa ekmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa ekmanii?

Mimosa ekmanii

What is the common name of Mimosa ekmanii?

Ekman's Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa ekmanii?

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