Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guilandinae
ID:
183632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Brittonia37: 85 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182961

Common Names

  • Mimosa guilandinae
  • Mimosa
  • Guilandinae

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Synonyms

  • Acacia guilandinae DC. [valid]

Description

Mimosa guilandinae (also called Guiana mimosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a stem diameter of up to 0.5 cm. Its leaves are alternate, bipinnate, and up to 10 cm long. It is found in moist forests, riverine forests, and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mimosa guilandinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mimosa guilandinae var. guilandinae
Mimosa guilandinae var. spruceana (Benth.) Barneby
Mimosa guilandinae var. cuatrecasasii (Rudd) Barneby
Mimosa guilandinae var. duckei (Huber) Barneby
Mimosa guilandinae var. extensissima (Ducke) Barneby
Mimosa guilandinae var. paterata Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimosa guilandinae is yellow in color, and has five petals. The seed is a small, flat, brown bean-like pod. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimosa guilandinae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be planted in the spring and watered regularly. Deadheading the flowers will help promote more blooms.

Where to Find Mimosa guilandinae

Mimosa guilandinae can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mimosa guilandinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimosa guilandinae?

Mimosa guilandinae

What is the common name of Mimosa guilandinae?

Guiana Mimosa

What is the natural habitat of Mimosa guilandinae?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.