Mimosa pudica

Sensitive plant, Touch-me-not

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Native to South America, famous for rapid leaf folding when touched (thigmonasty). Produces delicate pink spherical flowers. Ideal for educational indoor ornamental display.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sensitive plant, Touch-me-not
Family Fabaceae
Genus Mimosa
Species Pudica
Origin South America
Blooming Pink spherical flower heads in summer/autumn
Leaf Color Green (folds when touched)
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil mixed with perlite, slightly acidic pH preferred

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; sensitive to drought and root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light for flowering; direct morning sun or strong indirect light

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (Apr-Sept)

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Pruning

Pinch back tips to encourage bushiness; remove dead foliage promptly

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Apr
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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