Everwilde Farms - 1 oz Sensitive Briar Native Wildflower Seeds - Gold Vault Bulk Seed Packet

Actually a legume, this plant's name comes from its characteristic wilting when touched or shaken by the wind. This unusual native plant produces spiky pink balls on prickly stems. Technically a legume, this plant's unusual name comes from its characteristic wilting when touched or shaken by wind. Any disturbance stimulates the movement of water through the interior of the plant's cells, which causes the dramatic folding of the leaves. The genus name Mimosa comes from the Greek word for "mimic," describing this reaction. The species name honors Thomas Nuttall, an influential botanist.

• Native Wildflower
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