sensitive plant

The 'sensitive plant' is known for its rapid response to touch and other stimuli, particularly seen in the species Mimosa pudica.

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Definition

(scientific, common)A plant, especially Mimosa pudica, that closes its leaves or droops in response to touch or other physical stimuli.

When you touch the leaves of the sensitive plant, they fold up quickly.
The sensitive plant is often used in educational settings to demonstrate plant movement.

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