Giant Sensitive Plant (Mimosa Diplotricha) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Mimosa diplotricha is a straggling or scrambling, short-lived perennial woody shrub or semi-woody herb, with branches that can extend over 5 meters long.

Giant Sensitive Plant

Giant Sensitive Plant

Mimosa Diplotricha

Mimosa diplotricha is a straggling or scrambling, short-lived perennial woody shrub or semi-woody herb, with branches that can extend over 5 meters long.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, nitrogen fixer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Giant Sensitive Plant

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Mimosa