Mimosa pudica
The rapid response is called thigmonasty. This topic is part of Botany within Science & Nature. This page currently draws on 5 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
Mimosa pudica trivia questions
Mimosa pudica is famous for doing what when touched?
Answer: Folding its leaves
Bonus fact: The rapid response is called thigmonasty.
What common nickname is given to Mimosa pudica?
Answer: Sensitive plant
Bonus fact: Its leaves react to touch and vibration.
What causes the rapid folding?
Answer: Changes in water pressure in specialized cells
Bonus fact: Turgor changes in pulvini move the leaflets.
Mimosa pudica is famous because its leaves do what when touched?
Answer: Fold up
Bonus fact: The sensitive plant rapidly closes its leaflets after touch.
What causes the rapid movement in Mimosa pudica leaves?
Answer: Changes in water pressure in cells
Bonus fact: Water shifts in pulvinus cells change leaf position.