What are the leaves of Mimosa pudica?

The leaves of Mimosa are lanceolate, like bird feathers, and come in pairs.

The leaves of Mimosa are relatively unique. There are more than a dozen pairs of leaves on one petiole, each pair is alternate, and the leaves are arranged in a palm shape like feathers. When the pinnae and leaflets touch, they close and then droop. The flowering period is from March to October. The flowers are spherical in shape with a diameter of about 1cm. The flowers are small and mostly light pink in color. The fruiting period is from May to November. The pods are oblong, flat, and slightly curved. They will fall off when mature.

Mimosa needs to be watered frequently. Mimosa is a tropical plant and likes a humid environment, so it is necessary to keep the pot soil moist. In summer, water it according to the condition of the pot soil, about once a day. Do not let the soil When it becomes dry, you can spray water on the plants frequently. In winter, reduce the amount of watering to prevent freezing damage.

Choose fertile and loose soil. Mimosa does not have high soil requirements. General garden soil is sufficient. However, if you want Mimosa to grow better, you can choose looser and fertile soil. A mixture of leaf humus soil and sandy soil can also be used. Humus soil is also a good choice.