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Mimosa rubicaulis

Himalayan mimosa

Mimosa rubicaulis, commonly known as the creeping mimosa, is a versatile climbing shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its delicate foliage and medicinal properties, this plant is traditionally used in herbal remedies to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant therapeutic potential in folk medicine.

  • Scientific name: Mimosa rubicaulis
  • Family: Fabaceae
  • Native range: Africa

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Mimosa. As a member of the Mimosa genus, Mimosa rubicaulis represents a specific lineage of medicinal flora within this complex taxonomic hierarchy.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Mimosa WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Mimosa rubicaulis, is recognized by various common names across different languages and regions. In English, it is referred to as the Himalayan Mimosa, while in Nepali, it is called अररी काँडा. The plant holds significant linguistic diversity in Bengali, where it is known by the names বড় লজ্জাবতী and কুচিকাঁটা, and in Tamil, it is identified as ஈங்கை.
Language Common Name Source
ta ஈங்கை Wikidata
bn বড় লজ্জাবতী Wikidata
ne अररी काँडा Wikidata
en Himalayan Mimosa Wikidata
bn কুচিকাঁটা Wikidata
ta இண்டை Wikidata
ta இண்டு Wikidata
ta இண்டங்கொடி Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across both African and Asian continents. In West Tropical Africa, its presence has been documented specifically in Sierra Leone. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found in several distinct regions including India and Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species is known to inhabit the Assam region of the subcontinent. Finally, its range extends into the Eastern Himalaya, showcasing its adaptability to varying elevations.

Region Area Source
West Tropical Africa Sierra Leone WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indian Subcontinent India WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Nepal WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Pakistan WCVP
Indian Subcontinent West Himalaya WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Mimosa rubicaulis, utilizes its various anatomical structures to support its growth and medicinal properties. The stem typically functions as a climbing or sprawling support, often characterized by a woody texture that helps the plant navigate through surrounding vegetation. Its leaves are compound and sensitive, playing a crucial role in photosynthesis while contributing to the plant's specific chemical profile. Additionally, the root system serves to anchor the plant firmly in the soil and absorb the essential nutrients and moisture required for its survival and the synthesis of its therapeutic compounds.
Total parts
3
Scientific sources
3
Plant Part Sources Confidence
stem 1 ★☆☆☆☆
root 1 ★☆☆☆☆
leaves 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Mimosa rubicaulis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.

Total activities
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Antibacterial 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Mimosa rubicaulis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wound healing.

Total uses
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
wound healing 1 ★☆☆☆☆