How to Water Mimosa Pudica? Master the Correct Watering Method

Mimosa pudica closes up when touched by an external force, which is how it got the name “shy”. Quite a few people grow mimosa pudica, so how should mimosa pudica be watered?

1. A brief introduction to mimosa pudica

Mimosa pudica is a perennial herb or subshrub of the Fabaceae family, native to the tropical regions of South America. It likes warmth and moisture, and has average requirements for soil.

The leaves of mimosa pudica are feather-like compound leaves arranged alternately, in a palmate arrangement. The flowers of mimosa pudica are generally white or pink, and after flowering they form pods, with the fruit being flat and round.

Mimosa pudica is suitable for planting in courtyards, and can also be grown on balconies or in pots.

2. How should mimosa pudica be watered?

1. In summer when the climate is hot, the light is fairly abundant, so you can water 2-3 times a day;

2. When the climate is not hot, watering once a day is enough;

3. When the soil in the flower pot dries out, shrinks and pulls away from the inner wall of the pot, water it promptly;

4. When watering, use a spray bottle and water the soil thoroughly in small amounts several times.

3. Planting precautions

1. Do not touch mimosa pudica often, because the whole plant contains a trace amount of toxin, and the toxin is called mimosine; long-term contact may cause hair loss.

2. When growing mimosa pudica, it is best to place it in a spot with diffused light, and it must never be exposed to direct sun.