Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum)

Biophytum sensitivum, Oxalis sensitiva, Biophytum, Life Plant

Botanical names: Biophytum sensitivum, Oxalis sensitiva

Common names: Biophytum, Life Plant

Family: Oxalidaceae

Origin: Southeastern Asia

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersWhite, off-white flowersEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

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.

Similar plants: Biophytum sensitivum (Biophytum)


Biophytum sensitivum, Oxalis sensitiva, Biophytum, Life Plant
Biophytum sensitivum, Oxalis sensitiva, Biophytum, Life Plant


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