Mimosa polyantha

Mimosa polyantha

Native to:
Colombia | Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Mimosa
Species:
Mimosa polyantha

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies, bees

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Notes:
Seeds require scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy; germination occurs within 1-4 weeks after treatment.

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