Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bhaskarii
ID:
748569

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.N.Dessai, L.Joseph & Janarth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 54: 149 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747902



Common Names

  • Impatiens bhaskarii
  • Bhaskar's Impatiens
  • Bhaskarii Impatiens


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Description

Impatiens bhaskarii (also called Bhaskar's Impatiens, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a creeping rhizome with short, erect stems and linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens bhaskarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Impatiens bhaskarii has small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens bhaskarii is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Impatiens bhaskarii

Impatiens bhaskarii can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Impatiens bhaskarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens bhaskarii?

Impatiens bhaskarii

What type of plant is Impatiens bhaskarii?

It is an annual herb

Where is Impatiens bhaskarii native to?

It is native to India

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2901975: Based on the initial data import
M. K. Janarthanam (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janarth.' in the authors string.
Jyosna R.N. Dessai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.N.Dessai' in the authors string.
Laly Joseph: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Joseph' in the authors string.