Mimosa system

The Mimosa system (Beta Crucis or β Crucis) is a binary-star planetary system in the constellation of Crux in the Milky Way galaxy. A companion star, Oceania (β Crucis B), and nine planets orbit Becrux. Located 280 lightyears from Earth, Becrux is the second brightest star in Crux and the 19th in Earth's night sky. The Mimosa system is represented by Becrux in various cultures and nationalities by an asterism called the Southern Cross. Mimosa is named for the Terran herb species, Mimosa pudica.