Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
leptocaulon
ID:
1275478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 29: t. 2872 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274816





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Description

Impatiens leptocaulon (also called Slender-stemmed Balsam, among many other common names) is a small, upright annual plant native to India. It has oval-shaped leaves and produces small, pink flowers. It is commonly found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens leptocaulon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens leptocaulon is a bright orange-red color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens leptocaulon is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae, native to China. It is an evergreen perennial with a spreading habit, growing to 30 cm tall and wide. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centres, blooming from late spring to early autumn. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a cold frame or greenhouse.

Where to Find Impatiens leptocaulon

Impatiens leptocaulon is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Impatiens leptocaulon FAQ

What are the best growing conditions for Impatiens leptocaulon?

Impatiens leptocaulon prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.

What is the optimal temperature for Impatiens leptocaulon?

Impatiens leptocaulon prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

How often should Impatiens leptocaulon be watered?

Impatiens leptocaulon should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

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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