Mimosa scabrella
Mimosa scabrella, commonly known as the "sensitive shrub," is a resilient medicinal plant native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering a natural approach to holistic healing and wellness.
- Scientific name: Mimosa scabrella
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, falling into the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Mimosa, specifically as the species Mimosa scabrella.
| 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 scabrella, is referred to by various names depending on the linguistic context. In Portuguese, it is commonly called Bracatinga, while in Persian, its name is written as میمسا اسکابرلا.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pt | Bracatinga | Wikidata |
| fa | میمسا اسکابرلا | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide and diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents. In East Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in both Tanzania and Uganda. Moving toward the southern regions, it can also be found throughout South Tropical Africa, specifically in Angola and Zimbabwe. Furthermore, the species extends into the Papuasia region, where it is located in New Guinea. This varied range highlights the plant's ability to inhabit distinct ecological zones across the globe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Jamaica | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Mimosa scabrella, utilizes various structures for survival, but its seeds are particularly significant in the context of its botanical life cycle. These seeds are contained within characteristic pods and serve as the primary mechanism for reproduction and dispersal. In many medicinal studies involving the Mimosa genus, the chemical properties and therapeutic potential are often concentrated within specific components, making the study of the seeds essential for understanding the plant's full pharmacological profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Mimosa scabrella has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include galactomannan.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| galactomannan | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |