Who it's for
- Interactive Novelty
- Fine, Textured Foliage
- Excellent Container Plant
Who should skip it
- High Light Demand
- Short Lifespan as a Houseplant
- Prickly Stems
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Mimosa pudica
Plant Type
Floating, Emergent
Growth Rate
Fast
Height
3-5 inches
Native To
South America
Available As
Bare Root
pH Range
6.0-7.0
Temperature Range
18-30°C (64-86°F)
Light Requirement
Medium to High Light
CO2 Requirement
None
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