2026 Sensitive Plant Flower Seeds Packet - Chive US Wholesale
2026 Sensitive Plant Flower Seeds Packet - Chive US Wholesale
2026 Sensitive Plant Flower Seeds Packet - Chive US Wholesale
2026 Sensitive Plant Flower Seeds Packet - Chive US Wholesale

2026 Sensitive Plant Flower Seeds Packet

Shipping Winter 2025

$2.35

2025 Seed Prices

  • Order 1-95 assorted packets for $2.35 each
  • Order 96-499 assorted packets for $1.85 each
  • Order 500 or more assorted packets for $1.65 each

The Sensitive Plant, also known as Mimosa pudica, is a fascinating tropical plant well-known for its unique ability to react to touch. Its fern-like leaves fold inward and droop when disturbed, earning it nicknames like “Touch-Me-Not” and “Shy Plant.” Native to South and Central America, this plant is prized not just for its reactive foliage but also for its delicate pink pom-pom flowers and ease of care. While often grown as a novelty houseplant, it also thrives outdoors in warm climates as a low-growing ornamental. Mimosa pudica is more than just a botanical curiosity—it’s a beautiful, interactive plant that brings a touch of wonder to any space. With its delicate, touch-sensitive foliage and soft pink flowers, it provides both visual appeal and an educational experience for gardeners of all ages.

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2025
Quick Seed Overview

  • Plant Type: Perennial (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
  • Genus: Mimosa
  • Species: Mimosa pudica
  • Plant Height/Width: 12-18 inches tall / 12-24 inches wide
  • Season: Spring to Summer
  • Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Difficulty: Moderate

SKU: SESENS
Barcode: 843458165019
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Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Keep your Sensitive Plant in a spot where it won’t be constantly triggered by movement or touch. While the plant’s response is fascinating, repeated stimulation can stress the plant and hinder its growth. Allow time for recovery and only demonstrate its movement occasionally.

Pro Tip

Keep your Sensitive Plant in a spot where it won’t be constantly triggered by movement or touch. While the plant’s response is fascinating, repeated stimulation can stress the plant and hinder its growth. Allow time for recovery and only demonstrate its movement occasionally.

Getting to know your Sensitive Plant

The Sensitive Plant is a low-growing, spreading herbaceous plant with a delicate and airy appearance. It forms a mat-like shape with fine, bipinnate leaves—meaning each leaf is divided into many tiny leaflets. These leaves are sensitive to touch, motion, heat, and even darkness, responding by folding inward and drooping temporarily as a defense mechanism.

The stems are thin, slightly spiny, and can develop a reddish hue as they mature. During the warm months, Mimosa pudica produces small globular pink or purple puffball flowers that resemble dandelion fluff and are mildly fragrant.

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