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Biophytum sensitivum, also known as little tree plant, is a species of plant in the genus Biophytum of the family Oxalidaceae. It is commonly found in Kerala, wet lands of Nepal, tropical India and in other Southeast Asian countries and is used for medicinal purposes in Nepal and India. Similar to Mimosa pudica, the leaflets of Biophytum sensitivum are able to move rapidly in response to mechanical stimulation such as touch.
RATING- Easy
LOVES- A bright spot with some sun being beneficial. Water on average once a week and don't allow it to fully dry out.
HATES- Very cold temperatures. Hates dry air so ensure this plant gets plenty of humidity. Would thrive in a terrarium!
Pot size- 9cm (Comes in its own little terracotta pot as pictured)
More information and care recommendations are below.
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Description
Biophytum sensitivum, also known as little tree plant, is a species of plant in the genus Biophytum of the family Oxalidaceae. It is commonly found in Kerala, wet lands of Nepal, tropical India and in other Southeast Asian countries and is used for medicinal purposes in Nepal and India. Similar to Mimosa pudica, the leaflets of Biophytum sensitivum are able to move rapidly in response to mechanical stimulation such as touch.
RATING- Easy
LOVES- A bright spot with some sun being beneficial. Water on average once a week and don't allow it to fully dry out.
HATES- Very cold temperatures. Hates dry air so ensure this plant gets plenty of humidity. Would thrive in a terrarium!
Pot size- 9cm (Comes in its own little terracotta pot as pictured)
More information and care recommendations are below.