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Do Mimosa Tree Seedlings React to Touch Like Mimosa pudica?

You know Mimosa pudica (TickleMe Plant) closes leaves when touched. You heard young Albizia julibrissin (mimosa tree) seedlings might do the same, but never confirmed.

Answer

I’ve never seen Albizia julibrissin close on touch, though leaves fold at night. Missouri Botanical Garden says they do close on touch. As horticultural experts, their info is reliable. See link: MOBOT.

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