Mimosa Pudica

Mimosa Pudica: The Sensitive Plant with Potential Health Benefits Mimosa pudica, also known as the “sensitive plant” or “touch-me-not,” is a creeping annual or perennial herb in the pea family that is native to South America and Central America but is now commonly found in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. The plant is characterized by small, pink, globe-shaped flowers and highly sensitive compound leaves that fold inward and droop when touched or exposed to environmental conditions....

Mar 8, 2023 · 3 min