Sensitive Mimosa Pudica Plant Seeds - 50+ Seeds for Growing
Botanical Info:
- Common Names: Sensitive plant, touch-me-not plant, sleepy plant, zombie plant, shy lady, and others.
- Botanical Name: Mimosa pudica.
- Family: Fabaceae.
- Native Area: Tropical areas of Central and South America.
- Size: Grows up to 18 inches tall.
- Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining, loamy soil.
- Flower Color: Purple or pink.
Medicinal Benefits:
- Gut Health: The mucilage in the seeds can act as a "gut scrubber" by swelling in the digestive tract and aiding in elimination. It helps with cleansing and carries out toxins, parasites, and bacteria.
- Parasite Control: Mimosa pudica seeds have been shown to paralyze and kill parasites such as roundworms. It can also target parasite larvae.
- Mental Health: Supports gut health, which is closely tied to mental health, and could potentially help alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress by boosting serotonin production.
- Antioxidants: Rich in antioxidants, which protect against harmful free radicals, and may help reduce the negative impact of toxins from parasites.
- Sciatic Nerve Regeneration: Some studies suggest it can help regenerate the sciatic nerve, making it useful for sciatic nerve pain relief.
- Liver Protection: Mimosa pudica may protect the liver against damage, especially when it’s burdened with toxins.
- Microbe Protection: It exhibits antimicrobial properties, including fighting harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
- Wound Healing: Traditional use for treating cuts, wounds, and boils by promoting faster healing and reducing infection.
- Anti-Diarrheal: Its leaf extract can help reduce diarrhea and manage bowel movement frequency.
- Ulcer Protection: Mimosa pudica might help prevent peptic ulcers by protecting the stomach lining from excessive acidity.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Needs at least 8 hours of daylight and does not tolerate shade well.
- Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Overwatering may cause root rot.
- Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 65 to 75°F and can be grown indoors.
- Fertilizer: Not required, but a boost with diluted potassium-rich liquid fertilizer can be beneficial during growing seasons.
- Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain its bushy appearance.
- Propagation: Can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings, with seeds needing a bit of help (nicking) to germinate successfully.
Caution:
- Invasive Nature: It can be invasive in tropical climates, so it should be carefully monitored if grown outdoors to prevent it from naturalizing.
- Toxicity: Mimosa pudica is toxic to both humans and pets, so care should be taken if there are children or animals in the vicinity.