Impatiens bodenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bodenii
ID:
730961
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 82: 175 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730294
Common Names
- Impatiens bodenii
- Boden's Jewelweed
- Boden's Touch-me-not
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Impatiens bodenii (also called Boden'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 bodenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Impatiens bodenii are white with yellow centers. They are borne in clusters at the tips of the branches. Seed: The seeds of Impatiens bodenii are small, black and round. They are dispersed by wind and water. Seedlings: The seedlings of Impatiens bodenii are small and green. They have long, thin leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Impatiens bodenii 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 bodenii
Impatiens bodenii can be found in India.
Impatiens bodenii FAQ
What are the common names of Impatiens bodenii?
Common names of Impatiens bodenii include Boden's touch-me-not and African balsam.
What is the natural habitat of Impatiens bodenii?
Impatiens bodenii is native to tropical Africa.
What is the growth habit of Impatiens bodenii?
Impatiens bodenii is an annual plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and has a spreading, bushy habit.
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:103496-1: Based on the initial data import