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Mimosa pudica - Sensitive Plant

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EPS-MIMOSA-SENSITIVE-3IN

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$22.00
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Description

A Living Wonder for Your Indoor Garden

The Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica) is a truly enchanting houseplant renowned for its interactive nature. Touch its delicate fern-like leaves, and watch them fold and droop in response—a fascinating display of movement that captivates plant enthusiasts of all ages. This tropical beauty also produces charming pinkish-purple, pom-pom-like flowers, making it both a conversational centerpiece and a delightful addition to your indoor jungle.

To care for your Sensitive Plant, provide bright indirect light and water it regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. While its touch-sensitive behavior is its charm, excessive handling can stress the plant, so admire it with care. Bring a sense of wonder to your home with the Sensitive Plant, a botanical treasure that will spark curiosity and joy.


Plant Profile

  • Scientific Name: Mimosa pudica
  • Common Names: Sensitive Plant, Mimosa Plant, Touch-Me-Not, Sensitive Mimosa
  • Family: Fabaceae
  • Native Range: The Caribbean and South America

Sensitive Plant Care Guide

  • Care Level: Easy
  • Light: Medium to bright indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
  • Water: Allow the topsoil to dry slightly before watering again; avoid soggy soil.
  • Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
  • Temperature: Thrives in warmth; ideal range is 70–85°F.
  • Soil: Use a well-draining, regular potting mix.
  • Pruning: Remove dead or browning leaves as needed to encourage healthy growth.
  • Feeding: Fertilize every few weeks with a diluted, balanced fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer).
  • Growth Habit: Upright and bushy; can grow up to 2 feet tall. Repot every 2–3 years as needed.
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and pets; safe for homes with children or animals, though supervision is advised.

Why Choose the Sensitive Plant?

The Sensitive Plant is not just a botanical curiosity—it’s a source of joy and wonder. Its responsiveness to touch makes it a favorite among plant lovers and a fantastic conversation starter. Ideal for bright spaces like kitchens or bathrooms, this low-maintenance plant thrives when admired and lightly cared for, adding elegance and intrigue to your collection.

    Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions

    Shipping

    What will I receive?

    You’ll receive one healthy live plant in the nursery-pot or hanging-basket size selected above. The listed size refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width.

    Because every plant is naturally unique, height, fullness, leaf count, coloration, variegation, vine length, maturity, and overall shape may differ from the photographs.

    Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately.

    When will my plant ship or be delivered?

    Please allow approximately 10–15 business days for processing and preparation. Ten business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.

    Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.

    Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.

    How are live plants packaged?

    Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.

    Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.

    What should I do when my plant arrives?

    Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.

    Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.

    Should I repot my plant immediately?

    We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.

    Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.

    What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?

    Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.

    Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.

    Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.

    Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.

    How can I get help with my order or plant?

    For the fastest assistance, use the AI chat assistant on our website. It can help with common order-status, delivery, policy, product, and plant-care questions.

    Have your order number and the email address used at checkout available when asking about an order. When a concern requires photographs or human review, email support@edsplantshop.com.