Sensitive plant (1806/2613)

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The sensitive plant responds to touch by rapidly collapsing its leaves and stems as a way to avoid being browsed.

Scientific name
Mimosa pudica
Common names
sensitive plant, sensitive weed
Location
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Photo ID
3932
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