Mimosa Tree
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Mimosa Tree
Albizia julibrissin Durazz.
The Mimosa Tree has bright pink, fluffy flowers that look like little puffs! It’s a lovely tree to sit under.
Habitat: Gardens and yards
Appearance
The Mimosa Tree has a wide, flat-topped canopy and delicate fern-like leaves. Its most distinctive feature is its profusion of fluffy, pink-to-purple, powder-puff flowers with long stamens, making it look like a cloud of silk.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFabalesFamilyFabaceaeGenusAlbizia
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Dry seed pods make a cool rattling sound when shaken by the wind.
It closes its fern-like leaves every night, just like it's going to sleep!
Its beautiful fluffy pink flowers are sometimes called "silk blossoms" or "sleeping tree."
Mimosa tree seeds can stay ready to sprout for an amazing 50 years or more!
Special abilities
Ability
Sleepy Leaves
Mimosa Tree can fold its fern-like leaves closed each night, like it's going to sleep, which helps it conserve energy.
Ability
Nitrogen Power-Up
Mimosa Tree has special root helpers that grab nitrogen from the air, fertilizing the soil for itself and nearby plants.
Ability
Drought Defiance
Mimosa Tree can endure dry spells using its deep roots and efficient water use, surviving even when water is scarce.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-12 m
- Canopy Spread
- 6-12 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 30-60 cm
- Lifespan
- 10-25 years
- Fruit Type
- Seed Pod (Legume)
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Leaf Type
- Semi-deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen from its abundant flowers.
pollinates
Painted Lady Butterfly
Vanessa cardui
Sips nectar, aiding flower pollination.
shelters
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
Builds nests and finds refuge in its branches.
eats
American Goldfinch
Carduelis tristis
Feeds on the numerous seeds found in its pods.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
AlbiziaMimosa
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Mimosa Tree?
5-12 m
How wide does Mimosa Tree spread?
6-12 m
Is Mimosa Tree edible?
No
How big is Mimosa Tree?
30-60 cm
How long does Mimosa Tree live?
10-25 years
Where is Mimosa Tree usually found?
Gardens and yards
What kind of fruit does Mimosa Tree produce?
Seed Pod (Legume)
How fast does Mimosa Tree grow?
Fast
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