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Sensitive Plant Mimosa Pudica

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Question: What is the name of the annual that has leaves which fold together and drop when touched?

Answer: This is the sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica). It has fine, locust-like leaves that fold together when touched, but reopen later. Called also humble plant, it is a member of the pea family.

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