Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
buccinalis
ID:
730973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 187 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730306



Common Names

  • Impatiens buccinalis
  • Cheek Jewelweed
  • Cheek Touch-me-not


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Description

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens buchinalis is a perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. The seedlings should be thinned to the desired spacing and kept moist until established. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Impatiens buccinalis

Impatiens buccinalis can be found in India.

Impatiens buccinalis FAQ

What are the common names of Impatiens buccinalis?

Common names of Impatiens buccinalis include Buccin's balsam and African touch-me-not.

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens buccinalis?

Impatiens buccinalis is native to tropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Impatiens buccinalis?

Impatiens buccinalis 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,