Impatiens macroptera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macroptera
ID:
731367
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 186 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730700
Common Names
- Impatiens macroptera
- Large-winged Balsam
- Large-winged Touch-me-not
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Impatiens macroptera (also called Large-Winged Balsam, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Balsaminaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows to a height of about 30 cm, with white flowers and large, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens macroptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, headaches, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Impatiens macroptera are white or pinkish-white in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Impatiens macroptera is a fast-growing, annual plant that can reach up to 1m in height. It is native to India and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation of Impatiens macroptera is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Impatiens macroptera
Impatiens macroptera can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, and China.
Impatiens macroptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens macroptera?
Impatiens macroptera
What is the natural habitat of Impatiens macroptera?
It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar
What are the common names of Impatiens macroptera?
It is commonly known as large-winged balsam, large-winged touch-me-not, and large-winged impatiens
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2862792: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.