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Sensitive Plant - Mimosa pudica (11cm pot)
Mimosa pudica, also known as the Sensitive Plant or Shameplant, is one of the most fascinating plants in the botanical world. Famous for its ability to react to touch, it quickly closes its leaves when they are touched, shaken, or subjected to vibrations, gradually reopening them a few minutes later. Native to the tropical regions of South America, this plant combines the beauty of its delicate, feathery foliage with small, globular pink-lilac flowers, creating a unique ornamental effect. Its surprising behavior sparks the curiosity of both adults and children, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a different and educational plant. Relatively fast-growing and easy to cultivate, it adapts well to pots and planters, making it ideal for bright spots protected from the cold. It is a perfect plant for collectors, nature lovers, and for introducing little ones to the fascinating world of plants.
Scientific name: Mimosa pudica
Common names: Sensitive Plant, Shameplant, Touch-me-not, Sleepy Plant
Family: Fabaceae
Origin: Tropical South America
Climate: Tropical and Subtropical
Category: Indoor plant (bright) or outdoor plant (protected)
Approximate height: 25-30cm
Plastic pot diameter (inside the decorative pot): 11cm
CUIDADOS
Light: Prefers very bright spots with several hours of intense indirect light or a few hours of gentle sun. Indoors, it should be placed near a well-lit window.
Watering: Moderate. The substrate should be kept slightly moist, but never waterlogged. Water when the surface layer of the substrate begins to dry out. Be careful with saucers and decorative pots without drainage holes, where watering water can stagnate and promote root rot – always remove drained water!
Temperature: Thrives best between 18°C and 30°C. It is sensitive to cold and does not tolerate frost or very low temperatures for prolonged periods.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer for green or flowering plants during spring and summer, following the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Pruning: Remove dry or damaged leaves to keep the plant healthy and stimulate more compact growth.
Soil: Prefers light, fertile, and well-drained substrates, rich in organic matter.
Pet Friendly: Generally considered a safe plant for dogs and cats. However, it is recommended to avoid the ingestion of large quantities of any ornamental plant.
Curiosities: Do not confuse it with the Acacia dealbata plant (popularly called “Mimosa”), which is an invasive species in Portugal! Mimosa pudica is not on the list of invasive species in mainland Portugal; it is relatively sensitive to cold and usually behaves as an annual or short-lived perennial. Mimosa pudica has a natural defense mechanism called thigmonasty, which allows it to quickly close its leaves when touched. This response helps protect the plant from potential herbivores by making it look less appetizing. After a few minutes, the leaves slowly return to their normal position. In addition to reacting to touch, the leaves also close naturally at night, reopening with daylight, a phenomenon known as nyctinasty.
WARNING! Representative photo:
– The image shown is of a specimen in stock at the time the product was added to the online catalog, so it serves as a reference only. The plant supplied will be similar to the photograph, but may vary in shape, appearance, or size depending on the stage of its growth cycle (e.g., foliage shade, presence or absence of flowers, etc.).
– This offer consists of the plant (in a plastic pot with drainage holes) + decorative pot (ceramic).
– The indicated height includes the ceramic pot visible in the photograph.
11,70 €
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