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Mimosa

Albizia julibrissin

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (17 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Jamaica, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Peru).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Albizia julibrissin (Mimosa)

Names in Other Languages

French arbre de soie

German Gewöhnliche Albizzie

Portuguese acácia-de-constantinopla

Similar Species in Albizia

Albizia adianthifolia

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Albizia tanganyicensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mimosa?

The scientific name of Mimosa is Albizia julibrissin. It belongs to the genus Albizia.

Where does Mimosa live?

Mimosa is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (17 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Jamaica, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Peru).. Countries include Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Bahrain, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cambodia.

What family does Mimosa belong to?

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) belongs to the genus Albizia, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Mimosa belong to?

Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Mimosa?

The closest relatives of Mimosa in the genus Albizia include Broad-pod Albizia, Ceylon rosewood, Chinese albizia, Flat crown, Indian albizia.