Photo: Steve Hurst @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS DatabasePublic domainvia Wikimedia Commons
Hedge Mimosa Plant Care
Aeschynomene rudis Benth.
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This plant's unique feature is its pinnate leaves with small, rounded leaflets. Originating from the wetlands of South America, Aeschynomene rudis is sought after by collectors for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, enriching it for other plants.
Every 3–7 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Hedge Mimosa?
Water Hedge Mimosa every 3–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Hedge Mimosa Native To?
What Is the Hedge Mimosa?
Hedge Mimosa (Aeschynomene rudis) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Aeschynomene genus. Hedge Mimosa is native to South America. Hedge Mimosa is also known as Hedge Psoralea, Aeschynomene hispidula, Aeschynomene natans.
Hedge Mimosa displays a spreading, low-growing perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Hedge Mimosa produces small, colorful pea-like flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Hedge Mimosa?
Aeschynomene rudis requires watering every 3–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 3–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Hedge Mimosa Need?
Hedge Mimosa thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Hedge Mimosa Prefer?
Aeschynomene rudis grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Hedge Mimosa prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Hedge Mimosa?
Rich, well-draining soil with added organic matter like compost or peat moss. Good drainage is essential for Hedge Mimosa to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Hedge Mimosa?
Feed Hedge Mimosa every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Hedge Mimosa?
Repot every 1-2 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Hedge Mimosa?
Hedge Mimosa can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to american sensitive plant plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Hedge Mimosa Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Hedge Mimosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Hedge Mimosa?
Hedge Mimosa is susceptible to aphids, leafhoppers, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Hedge Mimosa Need?
Hedge Mimosa grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9a. Hedge Mimosa is native to South America. In cooler regions, grow Hedge Mimosa as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 9a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Hedge Mimosa is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aeschynomene genus — compare its care with other Aeschynomene species on PlantoScan.
Aeschynomene is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
Hedge Mimosa thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aeschynomene rudis Benth., family Fabaceae (first published in Pl. Hartw. : 116 (1843)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Hedge Mimosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Steve Hurst @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 9a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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