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Mimosa pudica

Photo by Andrea Lim
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Description:

Prostrate plant, spiny, pink 'puff-ball' flowers to 12mm diameter. When touched the leaves will close. Can be a prolific seeder. Germinates readily in disturbed areas.

Habitat:

Disturbed ground at edge of forest, James Cook University Cairns QLD

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Mimosa pudica

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