Mimosa pudica, also called sensitive plant, sleepy plant, Dormilones, touch-me-not, or shy plant, is a creeping annual or perennial herb. The compound leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken, defending themselves from harm, and re-open a few minutes later. This tropical plant responds to physical touch with seismonastic movements, and at night, the leaves will also fold and bend in movements known as nyctonastic movements that are a reaction to the darkness. At night, the leaves assume a folded or sleeping posture.

SOWING:
Season: Annual / Perennial (indoors)
Height: 5 feet / 150cm
Bloom Color: Pink
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: pH 6.6 - 7.5
Temperature: 20 - 22C
Depth: Plant the seeds 1/8 th inch deep

Pre-soak the seeds 24 hours in water. Press the Mimosa Pudica seeds into the soil and lightly cover with 1/8 inch of soil. Keep the flower seed moist until germination.