Sensitive Plant (Mimosa)
Sensitive Plant is one of nature's most charming and interactive wonders — the delicate, fernlike leaves fold closed instantly when touched, as if performing a magic trick, then slowly reopen over the following minutes in a fascinating display of plant movement that captivates children and adults alike. A native of South America with pretty pink powder-puff flowers that attract pollinators, it's grown as a novelty annual in most gardens and makes an unforgettable addition to children's gardens and scientific curiosity collections.