Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lobulifera
ID:
744750

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.X.Yu, Y.L.Chen & H.N.Qin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 50: 365 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744083



Common Names

  • Impatiens lobulifera
  • Lobed-leaved Impatiens
  • Impatiens


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Description

Impatiens lobulifera (also called Impatiens lobulifera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Balsaminaceae family. It is native to India, and is found in tropical moist montane forests. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are simple and alternate, and its flowers are white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Hypericum minutiflorum is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens lobulifera is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens lobulifera is a perennial herb that can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It can also be grown in a container indoors in cooler climates. To propagate, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and then plant in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Roots should form in 4-6 weeks. Once roots have formed, transplant to a larger pot.

Where to Find Impatiens lobulifera

Impatiens lobulifera is native to India. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in wildflowers.

Impatiens lobulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens lobulifera?

Impatiens lobulifera

What type of plant is Impatiens lobulifera?

Impatiens lobulifera is a flowering plant.

Where is Impatiens lobulifera native to?

Impatiens lobulifera is native to India.

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

Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.
Hai Ning Qin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.N.Qin' in the authors string.
Sheng Xiang Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.X.Yu' in the authors string.