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The thorns of makahiya, or Mimosa pudica, are found on the plant itself, which is native to Central and South America but has spread to various tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of Asia and Africa. The plant is characterized by its sensitive leaves that fold when touched and its small pinkish-purple flowers. While the thorns are not particularly sharp, they serve as a defense mechanism against herbivores. The makahiya plant often grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and along roadsides.
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Describe the roots of makahiya plant?
The roots of the makahiya plant are thin and fibrous, extending deep into the soil to anchor the plant and absorb nutrients and water. They are not typically very extensive, as the plant's energy is primarily focused on its sensitive leaf movements for protection.
What is the Makahiya plant special structure for adaptation?
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What is the scientific name of makahiya?
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"""
What are protective structure of makahiya?
Mimosa (makahiya) have thorns to warn the animals and people not to go near them. Plants responses are called 'tropism'. The bending of the plant towards the light is called 'phototropism'. Plants response to gravity is called 'gravitropism' or 'geotropism'. The plants response to touch is called 'thigmotropism'. the response to a source of water is called 'hydrotropism'. Plants respond to 'environmental stimuli'. Plants responses to stimuli enable them to survive. These are the protective structure of a Mimosa and other behavioral adaptation of Plants.
Where the makahiya plant live?
The makahiya plant, also known as Mimosa pudica, is native to South and Central America but can now be found in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. It typically grows in sandy soil, along roadsides, and in open grasslands.
What is the harmful parts of makahiya?
the harmful part of makahiya is the thorns can be found in the stem of makahiya
What are the other harmful plants in the Philippines that can cause harm to people and animals?
Makahiya because it has small thorns
What is the Makahiya plant special structure for adaptation?
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Describe the roots of makahiya plant?
The roots of the makahiya plant are thin and fibrous, extending deep into the soil to anchor the plant and absorb nutrients and water. They are not typically very extensive, as the plant's energy is primarily focused on its sensitive leaf movements for protection.
What is the protective structure of makahiya?
plant have structure/characteristic that protect them selves from humans and other anmal for example.plant like bougainvillea,rose,cactusand makahiya have thorn to warn humans and other animalsto keep away from them
How do makahiya protect them from their enemies?
The makahiya protect themselves by flipping their leaves
Is a makahiya itchy?
yes
Is makahiya a vine?
vine
What is the English term for damong makahiya?
The English term for "damong makahiya" is "sensitive plant" or "touch-me-not plant."
Climax of legend of Makahiya?
Makahiya, lost after a Spanish looting raid in the Philipines, was thought to have reappeared as a delicate flower named after her.
Uses of makahiya?
Heal wounds.
What is the English term for makahiya?
touch-me-not
