Mimosa Pudica (Sensitive Plant)
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Description
Technically a legume, this plant’s unusual name comes from its characteristic wilting when touched or shaken by wind. Any disturbance stimulates the movement of water through the interior of the plant’s cells, which causes the dramatic folding of the leaves. The genus name Mimosa comes from the Greek word for “mimic,” describing this reaction. The species name honors Thomas Nuttall, an influential botanist. These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.
Origin: US Native Wildflower Other Common Names: Cat's Claw, Nuttall's Sensitive Brier, Bashful Brier, Shame-boy, Devil's Shoestrings, Sensitive Briar Duration: Perennial Bloom Time: Summer Height: 24-48 inches Spacing: 12-48 inches Light: Full Sun Soil Moisture: Medium to Dry USDA Zone: 4a-9b Seeds Per Oz: 2,400 Produces a trailing, vine-like plant with prickly stems, fern-like foliage, and 1/2 to 1 1/2" bright pinkish purple globular flowers.
Origin: US Native Wildflower Other Common Names: Cat's Claw, Nuttall's Sensitive Brier, Bashful Brier, Shame-boy, Devil's Shoestrings, Sensitive Briar Duration: Perennial Bloom Time: Summer Height: 24-48 inches Spacing: 12-48 inches Light: Full Sun Soil Moisture: Medium to Dry USDA Zone: 4a-9b Seeds Per Oz: 2,400 Produces a trailing, vine-like plant with prickly stems, fern-like foliage, and 1/2 to 1 1/2" bright pinkish purple globular flowers.