Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
manipurensis
ID:
731381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 4: 31 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730714



Common Names

  • Impatiens manipurensis
  • Manipur Balsam
  • Manipur Touch-me-not


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Description

Impatiens manipurensis (also called Manipur 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 dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens manipurensis 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 manipurensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens manipurensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept warm and moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Impatiens manipurensis

Impatiens manipurensis can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, and China.

Impatiens manipurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens manipurensis?

Impatiens manipurensis

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens manipurensis?

It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar

What are the common names of Impatiens manipurensis?

It is commonly known as Manipur balsam, Manipur touch-me-not, and Manipur 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,