Being called a “sensitive plant” is not a compliment. The phrase “sensitive as a mimosa” refers to someone who reacts sensitively or overly sensitively. A look into the plant world explains the origin ...
Like the pure virgin maiden repulsed by the dirty fingers of the scraggy man, MIMOSA PUDICA (Touch Me Not or Sensitive Plant) quickly hides its face and body from the prowling fingers. The rapidity ...
My daughter who lives in Massachusetts is responsible for the acquisition of my most recent Florida native plant. “Do you have any of those plants with the leaves that curl up when you touch them?” ...
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