Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
731184

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.M.Schulze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 29: 9 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730517



Common Names

  • Impatiens Gossweileri
  • Gossweiler's Touch-me-not
  • Gossweiler's Jewelweed


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Description

Impatiens gossweileri (also called Impatiens gossweilerii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens gossweileri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and hanging baskets. It is known for its bright colors and attractive foliage.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Impatiens gossweileri sub. kasaiensis (Wilczek & G.M.Schulze) Grey-Wilson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens gossweileri is a white and yellow labellum with a long, thin, yellowish-green column. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens gossweileri can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done through seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Impatiens gossweileri

Impatiens gossweileri is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Impatiens gossweileri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens gossweileri?

Impatiens gossweileri

What is the common name of Impatiens gossweileri?

Gossweiler's Balsam

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens gossweileri?

It is native to Angola, Zambia, and Zimbabwe

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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