Mimosa Pudica from Seed: How to Grow and Care for the Sensitive Plant

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Mimosa pudica, commonly known as the sensitive plant or touch-me-not, is a plant species belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is an annual plant or a short-lived perennial that is native to South and Central America but has now become a pantropical weed. The plant is known for its unique ability to fold its leaves and droop its branches when touched, earning it the name “sensitive plant.”