{"product_id":"mimosa-pudica","title":"Mimosa pudica – Mimosa, the \"Touch-me-not\" plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMimosa pudica, commonly known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emimosa\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Touch-me-not”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is famous for the spectacular movement of its leaves: at the slightest touch, they fold instantly and gradually return to their original shape after a few minutes. This unique behavior has made it an extremely popular collector’s plant, especially among children and lovers of interactive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe leaves are delicate and compound, with a light green color, and the plant can also produce spherical, pinkish-lilac flowers with a fluffy appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌱 Botanical characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Fabaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e tropical regions of South and Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e decorative and interactive tropical plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e the leaves close when touched or exposed to sudden movements; at night, they fold naturally (nyctinasty)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌞 Growing conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e prefers bright, indirect light; it grows well on sunny windowsills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e optimal between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e20–28°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, sensitive to cold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e fresh, slightly moist but well-drained soil; it does not tolerate complete drying out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e appreciates a moderate to high level of humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e rich in organic matter and loose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e once every 2–3 weeks during the active growing period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌟 Advantages\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn interactive plant, ideal for living spaces and offices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerfect for sparking children’s curiosity and for educational demonstrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMay flower, adding extra delicacy with its fluffy pink flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote: \u003c\/b\u003eMimosa pudica is sensitive to transport and handling. The leaves may arrive closed or with imperfections, but they recover after a few days of acclimatization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot diameter 9–12 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight including pot 10–15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41090168586438,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/9C04F51F-9619-4780-8BC7-3EFCDA278736.jpg?v=1758787115","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en\/products\/mimosa-pudica","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}