Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
dasysperma
ID:
731067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Madras J. Lit. Sci. 5: 7 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730400



Common Names

  • Impatiens dasysperma
  • Hairy Touch-me-not
  • Hairy Balsam


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Description

Impatiens dasysperma (also called Hairy-sepal Balsam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. It is found in moist forests, grassy slopes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens dasysperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens dasysperma is white to pink in colour, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens dasysperma is a perennial plant that is native to the Himalayas and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Impatiens dasysperma

Impatiens dasysperma can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

Impatiens dasysperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens dasysperma?

Impatiens dasysperma

What is the common name of Impatiens dasysperma?

Hairy-seeded Balsam

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens dasysperma?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

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,

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