Mimosa pudica
Makahiya is found throughout the Philippines and is found wild everywhere on Mt. Banahaw. It is not cultivated, and is considered a weed. The Tagalog name, and suggested by the scientific name, means "sensitive." The reason it is given this name is that upon human touch the leaves contract and appear to wilt, but then open up again a short time later. Makahiya is known as a diuretic, and is considered alterant and anti asthmatic. It is used for urinary complaints, and is useful in diseases arising from corrupt blood and bile. the scientific name of makahiya is """SENSITIVE"""
The scientific name of the makahiya plant is Mimosa pudica. This plant is also known as the sensitive plant because its leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken. Mimosa pudica is native to South and Central America but is now found in many tropical regions around the world.
the harmful part of makahiya is the thorns can be found in the stem of makahiya
The English term for the makahiya plant is the "sensitive plant." Its scientific name is Mimosa pudica, known for its unique ability to fold its leaves when touched or disturbed, which is a defense mechanism against herbivores. This plant is native to South and Central America but has spread to many tropical regions around the world.
The makahiya protect themselves by flipping their leaves
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The English term for "damong makahiya" is "sensitive plant" or "touch-me-not plant."
Makahiya, lost after a Spanish looting raid in the Philipines, was thought to have reappeared as a delicate flower named after her.
Heal wounds.
The plant saves.
squeeze it