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Sensitive Plant

Mimosa pudica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Mimosa

About

Mimosa pudica (from Latin: pudica "shy, bashful or shrinking"; also called sensitive plant, sleepy plant, Dormilones, touch-me-not, or shy plant) is a creeping annual or perennial herb of the pea family Fabaceae often grown for its curiosity value: the compound leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken, defending themselves from harm, and re-open a few minutes later. The species is native to South America and Central America, but is now a pantropical weed. It...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sensitive Plant?
The scientific name of Sensitive Plant is Mimosa pudica.
What kingdom does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does Sensitive Plant belong to?
Sensitive Plant belongs to the genus Mimosa.