Mimosa Bodica-Shy seeds

Common name: Shy. Scientific name: Mimosa pudica. Also called: Mimosa pudica, Sensitive plant, Nematode plant, Shoimoui, (Don't touch me), Modest, Mimosa pudica. Native habitat: South America and Central America, cultivated in Middle Eastern countries. Description: Tropical herbaceous plant, highly branched, its stem is upright in the early stages of growth and becomes creeping as it ages, its leaves are green and tend to have red or purple edges, and are compound feathery leaves consisting of pairs of opposite leaflets, ranging from 6 to 26 pairs. The leaves close on themselves at sunset and open at sunrise, and also fold and droop when touched, heated, blown on, or shaken, which is why it is described as shy, modest, bashful, or reserved. Its stem can reach up to 1.5 meters in length. Flowers: Flowers are pink or pinkish-purple, round and spherical, forming in clusters. Uses and benefits: Recent studies have proven that it has many medicinal benefits. It can be cultivated in pots (containers and agricultural vessels). Suitable climatic conditions: Tolerates heat. Adapts to relatively cold weather. Needs sunlight and is affected by direct afternoon sun, so it grows well in places where it receives direct morning sunlight. Propagation method: Reproduces by seeds and simple cuttings. Planting time: For indoor planting, avoid frost periods and plant any time during spring. It can be cultivated year-round inside greenhouses equipped to control temperature for optimal germination. Suitable soil for planting: Sandy soil with peat moss when grown in agricultural containers; sandy soil; light clay soil with good drainage. Planting method: It is preferable to soak the seeds in warm water for 6-8 hours. Prepare peat moss soil (best for germination) and place it in a planting container. Scatter the seeds on the soil surface and cover with a layer of soil 1-2 cm thick. Water the soil well and continue watering when the surface dries out. It is recommended to cover the pot with a transparent plastic bag and avoid placing the plant in direct sunlight. When the first seedling appears, remove the plastic bag.