Amazing Sensitive Plant - Leaves Move & Close - Mimosa strigillosa - 6" Pot

Mimosa strigillosa, Sleeping Sensitive Plant. Note the typical flowering head with stamens dominating as the attractive component of the flowers. In this family the leaves and leaflets are often capable of movement due to changes in the water pressure of the swollen leaf and leaflet bases (pulvini). The leaves assume a folded or "sleeping" posture at the end of the day that is triggered by a decrease in light level. However, the sensitive plant is also capable of rapid movement in response to touch or application of heat. The Sensitive Plant is an easy to grow house plant that closes it's leaves at night! You will not believe this plant. It acts more like an animal than a plant. Plus it has beautiful, pink, silky flowers. Attractive, bright green leaves are outlined by burgundy borders. Grow on a bright window. Grows 6-12 inches tall.

• Also known as Powderpuff Plant
• Loves the sun
• Leaves close when touched
• Hardy in zones 9-11 or indoors
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