Plant Care Mimosa Strigillosa

Mimosa Strigillosa

Also known as

Powderpuff Mimosa, Powderpuff Mimosa and Sunshine mimosa

Taxonomy

Mimosa strigillosa
Mimosa
Fabaceae
Fabales

How to care for Mimosa Strigillosa

💦 Water

How often to water your Mimosa Strigillosa

Water needs for Mimosa Strigillosa
0.5 cups
every 9

Mimosa Strigillosa needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Mimosa Strigillosa

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Powderpuff Mimosa in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Mimosa Strigillosa: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Mimosa Strigillosa love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Mimosa Strigillosa does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mimosa Strigillosa in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Mimosa Strigillosa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Mimosa Strigillosa: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Mimosa Strigillosa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Mimosa Strigillosa prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Mimosa Strigillosa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Mimosa Strigillosa doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.


🪴 Soil

Mimosa Strigillosa does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

Mimosa Strigillosa should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

Mimosa Strigillosa is native to America, Southern Africa, and India.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Mimosa Strigillosa will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Mimosa Strigillosa

Mimosa Strigillosa

Mimosa Strigillosa


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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