mimosite

/mɪˈmɒsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Mimosoideae, especially a tropical or subtropical tree with compound leaves and small, fragrant flowers, especially the sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica).

“The botanist studied various species of mimosite in the tropical rainforest.”

Synonyms

  • mimosa
  • sensitive plant

Antonyms

  • insensitive plant