Also known as Giant Sensitive Plant
Mimosa diplotricha, the Giant False Sensitive Plant, is an invasive herbaceous legume known for its rapid growth and thorny stems, forming dense thickets.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Avoid intense direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry before watering.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to warm temperatures
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost; dislikes cold drafts.
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Mimosa diplotricha prefers consistently moist conditions but dislikes waterlogged roots.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any leggy stems, dead or damaged branches. Pinch back tips of young shoots to promote branching.
Pruning also helps control its vigorous, sprawling habit and can prevent it from becoming too invasive.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or early summer. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing in a well-draining potting mix.
Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe shoots during summer and rooted in moist soil or water.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent water accumulation.
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Where Giant False Sensitive Plant (Mimosa diplotricha) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Mimosa |
| Species | Mimosa diplotricha |
Similar in genus Mimosa
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