Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum)

Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) plant with green palm-like leaves and small white flower clusters
Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) with delicate green pinnate leaves and small white flower clusters growing

Botanical names: Biophytum sensitivum, Oxalis sensitiva

Common names: Biophytum, Life Plant

Family: Oxalidaceae

Origin: Southeastern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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Biophytum sensitivum is an unbranched herb with stems up to 30 centimeters in height but usually shorter. Leaves are pinnately compound, numerous, crowded at the apex of the stem, and 5 to 12 centimeters long, with 8 to 14 pairs of leaflets. Biophytum sensitivum is sensitive to touch like that of Mimosa pudica.

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Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) green plant with tiny star-shaped white flowers radiating from center.
Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) plant showing detailed leaflets arranged in a star-like pattern around center.
Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) green plant with tiny white flowers close up
Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum) with delicate green foliage and small white flowers on stems


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