Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
inconspicua
ID:
731239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. : 139 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730572



Common Names

  • Inconspicua Impatiens
  • Inconspicua Balsam
  • Inconspicua Touch-me-not


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Synonyms

  • Impatiens filiformis Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Impatiens mysorensis Roth ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Impatiens perrottetii Turcz. [unknown]
  • Impatiens ramosissima Dalzell [unknown]

Description

Impatiens inconspicua (also called Obscure Touch-me-not, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens inconspicua is a popular ornamental plant that is used in home gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright, showy flowers that come in a variety of colors. It is also a good choice for areas with partial shade, as it can tolerate some shade. It is also used in landscaping to add color and texture to a garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Impatiens inconspicua var. jogensis Bhaskar
Impatiens inconspicua var. nematostachys (Hook.f.) Bhaskar
Impatiens inconspicua var. pushpagiriensis L.Joseph & Bhaskar

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens inconspicua 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens inconspicua is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant will spread by underground rhizomes and can become invasive in some areas.

Where to Find Impatiens inconspicua

Impatiens inconspicua is native to the Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

Impatiens inconspicua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens inconspicua?

Impatiens inconspicua

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens inconspicua?

It is found in moist, shady forests in Laos.

What are the characteristics of Impatiens inconspicua?

It is an annual herb with white or pink flowers and long, narrow leaves.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.