Giant Sensitive Tree (Mimosa Pigra) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Mimosa pigra is a fast-growing, prickly shrub native to tropical America, known for forming dense thickets and being invasive in wetlands.
Giant Sensitive Tree
Mimosa Pigra
Mimosa pigra is a fast-growing, prickly shrub native to tropical America, known for forming dense thickets and being invasive in wetlands.
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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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