Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lohitensis
ID:
1326082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gogoi & Borah

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 15 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338536



Common Names

  • Lohit Impatiens
  • Lohit Balsam
  • Impatiens lohitensis


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Description

Impatiens lohitensis (also called 'Lohit Impatiens', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats and is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens lohitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Impatiens lohitensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens lohitensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Impatiens lohitensis

Impatiens lohitensis is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Impatiens lohitensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens lohitensis?

Impatiens lohitensis

What is the common name of Impatiens lohitensis?

Lohit Impatiens

Where is Impatiens lohitensis 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

Rajib Gogoi (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gogoi' in the authors string.
Souravjyoti Borah (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borah' in the authors string.