{"product_id":"dwarf-sensitive-plant-seeds-mimosa-pudica-touch-me-not-tropical-houseplant","title":"Dwarf Sensitive Plant Seeds (Mimosa pudica) Touch-Me-Not Tropical Houseplant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eDwarf Sensitive Plant Seeds (Mimosa pudica)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMimosa pudica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eSensitive Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eTouch-Me-Not\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fascinating tropical plant famous for its rapid leaf movement in response to touch, vibration, or temperature changes. Native to tropical regions of Central and South America, this unique species is widely grown as both an ornamental garden plant and a novelty houseplant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis dwarf form produces delicate, fern-like foliage composed of small leaflets that instantly fold inward when touched or disturbed. This movement is part of the plant’s natural defense mechanism. The leaves also close at night, reopening again in daylight. This interactive behavior makes it a highly popular plant for indoor growing and educational gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSensitive Plant produces small, light purple to pink pom-pom-like flowers that appear throughout the warm growing season. While young plants grow upright, they gradually develop a low, spreading or creeping habit as they mature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis species thrives in warm, bright conditions and requires plenty of sunlight to remain healthy and responsive. It prefers well-draining, loamy soil and consistent moisture without waterlogging. Although it is a tropical plant, it can be easily grown indoors in pots, making it accessible to growers in a wide range of climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade (best growth in bright light)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSoil: Well-draining, loamy soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWater: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrowth: Fast-growing tropical ornamental plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eClimate: Warm tropical and subtropical regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhen grown indoors, place near a bright window for best leaf movement and overall health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Sensitive Plant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Unique touch-responsive moving leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Fast-growing tropical ornamental plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Small pink puffball flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Excellent indoor houseplant novelty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Educational and interactive plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Attractive fern-like foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Easy to grow with proper light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Fascinating natural defense behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2208\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2208\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSensitive Plant Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Rub seeds with a piece of sandpaper to scarify.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e2) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e3)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e Press seeds into a well mixed \u0026amp; draining seed starting mix, but do not cover them completely as they need light to germinate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e4) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eUse a heated propagator mat to keep the soil at 75 degrees F., and keep them exposed to bright light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e5) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eWhen kept at 75 degrees F., expect germination to occur within 21-40 days. Cooler temperatures will result in longer germination time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Please Contact us First if You Need Anything\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGerminación de plantas sensibles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1) Frote las semillas con un trozo de papel de lija para escarificarlas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2) Remoje las semillas en agua tibia durante 24 horas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3) Presione las semillas en una mezcla para semillas bien mezclada y con buen drenaje, pero no las cubra por completo, ya que necesitan luz para germinar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4) Use una estera de propagación calentada para mantener la tierra a 75 grados F y manténgalas expuestas a luz brillante.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5) Cuando se mantenga a 75 grados F, espere que la germinación ocurra dentro de los 21 a 40 días. Las temperaturas más frías darán como resultado un tiempo de germinación más largo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":54129346838812,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":54129346871580,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 SEEDS","offer_id":54129346904348,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/mp3.jpg?v=1779195300","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/dwarf-sensitive-plant-seeds-mimosa-pudica-touch-me-not-tropical-houseplant","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}