Description
Pack of 30 viable seeds of Mimosa pudica (Sensitive plant) – with full instructions for germination
Native to tropical South and Central America, the species is popular as a house plant throughout the world for its amazing ability to move by itself. The leaves are sensitive to heat and touch, which quickly close up by themselves when touched by your finger, eventually slowly re-opening! See the video:
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This 'rapid plant movement' is thought to be a protective mechanism to deter herbivores or insects from eating the leaves, and on sensing heat, plant chemicals are released which changes the movement of water within its cells, causing the leaves to close quickly
Produces beautiful bright pink flowers, reminiscent of fiber optic lights!
Growing Details
Height: Up to 50cm in height
Plant type: Tropical house plant
Hardiness: Frost tender; ideal as a house plant
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Only water when compost has started to dry within the top inch; free-draining soils are best
Propagation methods: From seed
Warning: Can be poisonous if eaten by humans or pets, and the stems have prickles
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