Fragrant Mimosa
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(Mimosa biuncifera)
Fragrant Mimosa (Mimosa biuncifera)
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Sue Carnahan
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Photo by: Sue Carnahan | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Sue Carnahan | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2015-03-10T15:18:18-07:00 |
Summary
Mimosa biuncifera, commonly known as fragrant mimosa, is a deciduous shrub native to arid and semi-arid regions, including desert grasslands and scrub areas in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It typically grows up to 3 feet tall and wide, with a rounded form and bipinnate leaves that close when touched. The fragrant pink flowers, which bloom from late spring to early summer, are globular and fluffy, attracting a variety of pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The flowers are followed by flat seed pods that persist on the plant.
Fragrant mimosa is valued for its drought tolerance and is often used in xeriscaping. Its ability to thrive in poor, well-drained soils and its low water requirements make it an excellent choice for water-conserving landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as an ornamental in rock gardens or as a small accent plant. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade. Gardeners should be aware that it can spread by seed, potentially becoming weedy in some areas. It is relatively free from major pests and diseases, but overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Fragrant mimosa is valued for its drought tolerance and is often used in xeriscaping. Its ability to thrive in poor, well-drained soils and its low water requirements make it an excellent choice for water-conserving landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as an ornamental in rock gardens or as a small accent plant. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade. Gardeners should be aware that it can spread by seed, potentially becoming weedy in some areas. It is relatively free from major pests and diseases, but overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 5-10 feet
- Width: 5-10 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Cream, White
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Desert grasslands and scrub areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Catclaw Mesquite, Wait-a-minute bush
Scientific Names: Wait-A-Bit
GBIF Accepted Name: Mimosa biuncifera