Looks like a fern but is not, what is it?

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  1. cindym

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    I planted it from a seed about 3 years ago. It dies back every winter. It grew about 3 feet in 3 years in a pot.
     

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    Mimosa tree?
     
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    joclyn Rising Contributor

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    yeah, i'll second that.
     
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    We looked on the internet concerning the mimosa tree but the leaf shape is slightly wrong. Each tiny leaf is much rounder on my plant.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Thank you Michael F, your identification is spot on!

    Cindym
     
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