Like other plant species, the foliage closes during darkenss and reopens in light. Unlike other plant species, the tickle plant also closes and droops under other stimuli such as touching, warming, blowing, or shaking. It is known how this occurs (cells lose turgor pressure) but not why it occurs. Scientists think it could be the plant's defense mechanism to scare away predators, or to shake off insects. Watch this musical video to see the effects of movement on the plant, and how quickly it recovers to it's normal shape.
A fun gift idea for kids is a complete kit to grow and 'tickle' this unusual plant. Complete with seeds, pods, and even it's own greenhouse, the TickleMe Plant can provide education and fun for kids and adults...I'm ordering one myself for the kid in me.
So if you don't have somenoe to tickle you, or a dog or cat or hampster to tickle, maybe you'd like a plant to tickle. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this interesting plant.
~Peggy, Garden Media Group
4 comments:
Wow! Awesome feature indeed. I used play on them when I was a kid. That is really cool.
Cool video of the TickleMe Plant.Mimosa pudica can be grown in most soils as long as it drains well.The mimosa tree is variety of tall shrub that is cultivated all over the world.
This article on Tickle Your Mimosa Pudica is amazing. The Mimosa Pudica plant's distinctive sensitivity to touch never ceases to astound. Just as this plant reacts with sensitivity, paying attentive attention to nuances in our academic pursuits can make a significant difference. If you want to improve your dissertation with expert assistance, you should consider buy mba dissertation online.. These resources might help you improve your work and make it stand out.
Okay, Mimosa Pudica, you have my attention! The world of plants is full of surprises, isn't it? I always thought plants were just stationary beings, now I find out they can dramatically react to touch. Did you know some plants can even slope unblocked communicate through their roots using electrical signals? Years ago, I mistakenly brushed against some poison ivy while hiking and experienced a similar though far less charming defensive reaction of my skin! Interesting find, Garden Media Group!
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