Growing Mimosa pudica (Sensitive Plant) Indoors and Out

Cultivation Guide for the Sensitive Plant

Mimosa pudica is a short-lived perennial (evergreen in frost-free zones) or annual. Its leaflets fold when touched. It thrives in moderately fertile soil, full sun to light shade.

Indoor Care (Cool Climates)

• Pot in loam-based compost with good drainage.
• Place in bright, indirect light; summer outdoors in dappled shade.
• Water moderately; feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer in growing season.
• Reduce watering and stop feeding in winter.
• Mist occasionally to deter red spider mites.
• Prune wayward stems in late winter/early spring.