Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 6: 7 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730549
Common Names
- Hians Impatiens
- Hians Balsam
- Hians Touch-me-not
Description
Impatiens hians (also called Hian's Jewelweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to the Himalayas, India, and Nepal, and is found in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens hians 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 hians var. bipindensis (Gilg) Grey-Wilson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Impatiens hians is a bright yellow with a red center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Impatiens hians 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 hians
Impatiens hians can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.
Impatiens hians FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens hians?
Impatiens hians
What is the common name of Impatiens hians?
Hian's Balsam
What is the natural habitat of Impatiens hians?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan
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,