Neptunia oleracea (Water Mimosa, Neptunia, Sensitive Neptunia, Garden Puff, Sensitive Water Plant)
Botanical Information
Family | Fabaceae |
Genus | Neptunia |
Species | oleracea |
Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
Origin | Mexico and northern South America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 - 12 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H1b - H4 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -10 - 15 |
Temperature (°F) | 14 - 59 |
Spread | 0.5 - 1.5 m |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Propagation | Stem cuttings. |
Cultivation | Full sun to part shade. Plant near the edges of ponds or water gardens where soil is constantly moist, or can float on water. Can also be used in indoor aquariums. |
Notable Specimens | Centennial Conservatory, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. |
Leaf Description | Bi-pinnate, fine, mimosa-like leaves that close up when touched. |
Flower Description | Small, grows in tight clusters. |
Fruit Description | Fruits are flat pods, 2 -5 cm in length. |
Colour Description | Flowers are yellow-green. Leaves are green to yellow-green. |