Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
benitae
ID:
730942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eb.Fisch., Wohlh. & Raheliv.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 25: 21 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730275



Common Names

  • Impatiens benitae
  • Benita's Jewelweed
  • Benita's Touch-me-not


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Description

Impatiens benitae (also called Benita's Jewelweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens benitae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Impatiens benitae are white with yellow centers. They are borne in clusters at the tips of the branches. Seed: The seeds of Impatiens benitae are small, black and round. They are dispersed by wind and water. Seedlings: The seedlings of Impatiens benitae are small and green. They have long, thin leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens benitae is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or cuttings. Division is best done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Impatiens benitae

Impatiens benitae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Impatiens benitae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens benitae?

Impatiens benitae

What is the common name of Impatiens benitae?

Benita's Balsam

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens benitae?

Moist forests in the Himalayas

Species in the Impatiens genus

Impatiens clavata, Impatiens pacifica, Impatiens academiae-moguntiae, Impatiens ambahatrensis, Impatiens ambanizanensis, Impatiens ampokafoensis, Impatiens andapensis, Impatiens ankaranensis, Impatiens bardotiae, Impatiens barthlottii, Impatiens befiananensis, Impatiens betsomangae, Impatiens carlsoniae, Impatiens druartii, Impatiens fianarantsoae, Impatiens georgei-schatzii, Impatiens guillaumetii, Impatiens haingosonii, Impatiens laurentii, Impatiens maevae, Impatiens mahalevonensis, Impatiens mamyi, Impatiens messmerae, Impatiens nanatonanensis, Impatiens nguruensis, Impatiens nicolliae, Impatiens nidus-apis, Impatiens nomenyae, Impatiens nosymangabensis, Impatiens nusbaumeri, Impatiens pachycaulon, Impatiens paranyi, Impatiens rakotomalazana, Impatiens rapanarivoi, Impatiens razanatsoa-charlei, Impatiens rupestris, Impatiens salifii, Impatiens saolana, Impatiens scenarioi, Impatiens tafononensis, Impatiens tsararavina, Impatiens tsingycola, Impatiens volatianae, Impatiens acaulis, Impatiens acehensis, Impatiens agumbeana, Impatiens ahernii, Impatiens alboflava, Impatiens alborosea, Impatiens aliciae,

Species in the Balsaminaceae family

Hydrocera triflora, Impatiens clavata, Impatiens pacifica, Impatiens academiae-moguntiae, Impatiens ambahatrensis, Impatiens ambanizanensis, Impatiens ampokafoensis, Impatiens andapensis, Impatiens ankaranensis, Impatiens bardotiae, Impatiens barthlottii, Impatiens befiananensis, Impatiens betsomangae, Impatiens carlsoniae, Impatiens druartii, Impatiens fianarantsoae, Impatiens georgei-schatzii, Impatiens guillaumetii, Impatiens haingosonii, Impatiens laurentii, Impatiens maevae, Impatiens mahalevonensis, Impatiens mamyi, Impatiens messmerae, Impatiens nanatonanensis, Impatiens nguruensis, Impatiens nicolliae, Impatiens nidus-apis, Impatiens nomenyae, Impatiens nosymangabensis, Impatiens nusbaumeri, Impatiens pachycaulon, Impatiens paranyi, Impatiens rakotomalazana, Impatiens rapanarivoi, Impatiens razanatsoa-charlei, Impatiens rupestris, Impatiens salifii, Impatiens saolana, Impatiens scenarioi, Impatiens tafononensis, Impatiens tsararavina, Impatiens tsingycola, Impatiens volatianae, Impatiens acaulis, Impatiens acehensis, Impatiens agumbeana, Impatiens ahernii, Impatiens alboflava, Impatiens alborosea,

References

Sébastien Wohlhauser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wohlh.' in the authors string.
Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Marie Elisette Rahelivololona (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raheliv.' in the authors string.