Mimosa casta
Graceful Mimosa
Also known as: Mimosa dominiciana Desv.
- Mimosa dominiciana Desv.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climbing shrub.
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Mimosa casta (commonly known as Graceful Mimosa) is a climbing shrub within the Fabaceae family. It originates in South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil North, Colombia, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Panama, Trinidad-Tobago, Venezuela, Windward Is.
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Puerto Rico, Surinam