species 3,106 observations

Pink Mimosa

Mimosa borealis

Field notes

Supports All

13 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Chinati Sheepmoth, Mimosa Yellow, Gray Hairstreak, White-marked Tussock Moth 6
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Pissonotus albovenosus, Lapsium difficile, Gambel's Quail, Glassy-winged Sharpshooter 4
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Southern Plains Bumble Bee, Lesser Long-nosed Bat, Ligated Furrow Bee 3

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Deer resistant: Yes
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.