Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
janthina
ID:
731254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
ksu

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 68 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730587



Common Names

  • Janthina Impatiens
  • Janthina Balsam
  • Janthina Touch-me-not


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Description

Impatiens janthina (also called Blue Jewelweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Balsaminaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens janthina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens janthina is white or pink with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens janthina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 18-21°C (65-70°F).

Where to Find Impatiens janthina

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

Impatiens janthina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens janthina?

Impatiens janthina

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens janthina?

It is found in moist, shady forests in Cambodia.

What are the characteristics of Impatiens janthina?

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,