Biophytum Species Ex Ecuador

Scientific Name: Biophytum spp.

Common Name: Sensitive plant

Native To: South America

Description: We received the original plants some years ago from a grower in Ecuador as “unidentified.” While we have been able to confirm that it is a biophytum, we are unable to determine the exact species. It seems to be a bit unusual in the biophytum family in that it can naturally branch, and does not die off after blooming. New leaves come out in shades of green, orange, and purple, before fading to a deep, almost forest green. The small blooms are white, and appear right at the crown of the plant. Mature plants are about 10 inches tall, and can be just as broad, looking much like a small palm tree. The leaves do react to touch, by closing up. The leaves also close up in the evenings. This plant can suffer in low humidity levels, and is probably best kept as a terrarium plant. Please forgive the photos, these guys always close up when brought inside for pictures. Pic 1 is one of our parent plants.

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