Hardly a flicker of dust within the Vastness, lies Mimosa, a small, unremarkable star within the Cru constellation. Found within the northern sky, this star appears to be of magnitude 1.25, a comfortable distance for observations. It currently possesses a

Mimosa’s striking recognizability in the night sky stems from its position as a relatively diffuse red dwarf star. Known for its longevity, it’s an ancient phenomenon and is known for continuing to emit visible light. It's consistent and predictable appearance provides a stable foundation for astronomical mapping. Unlike many stars which exhibit dramatic movement, Mimosa remains remarkably stable in both its apparent position and its luminosity - a lasting trait for this distant companion. The presence of its coordinates reveals it’s orbital characteristics - given its location and apparent luminosity, Mimosa has been observed to be relatively stable over many cycles. Its location also makes it a decent point of reference for faint celestial objects.

Given its humble size compared to brighter stars, Mimosa might be viewed in a context that speaks of quiet observation. It's a testament to the resilience of celestial bodies, enduring centuries within the endless expanse of space. Perhaps, it represents a solitary, unwavering beacon, mirroring the persistence and gentle beauty of time itself – an almost meditative setting for a single star and a quietly observed view.

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How to see it

Mimosa has a visual magnitude of about 1.25: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Mimosa: right ascension 12h 47m 43s, declination −59° 41′ 20″ (J2000), in the region of the Crux constellation (IAU figure Cru).

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Catalog context

Mimosa. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation Bet Cru, HIP 62434, HD 111123, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-62434. In the SkyKeepsake Crux (Cru) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-62434

HIP

62434

HD

111123

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-62434

Bayer / Flamsteed

Bet Cru

Also known as

• Bet Cru
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-62434
• HD 111123
• HIP 62434
• HYG-HIP-62434

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

1.25