Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
neo-modesta
ID:
1332216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hareesh, K.M.P.Kumar & V.B.Sreek.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Webbia 70: 231 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344670



Common Names

  • Impatiens neo-modesta
  • Modest Impatiens
  • Modest Touch-Me-Not


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Description

Impatiens neo-modesta (also called 'modest jewelweed', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It grows to a height of about 0.5 m and has a wide spread of up to 1 m. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens neo-modesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Impatiens neo-modesta has small, white, five-petaled flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens neo-modesta is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Impatiens neo-modesta

Impatiens neo-modesta can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Impatiens neo-modesta FAQ

What are the common uses of Impatiens neo-modesta?

Impatiens neo-modesta is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food.

What is the growth rate of Impatiens neo-modesta?

Impatiens neo-modesta has a moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal soil type for Impatiens neo-modesta?

Impatiens neo-modesta prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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

Vadakkoot Sankaran Hareesh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hareesh' in the authors string.
Konickal Mambetta Prabhu Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.P.Kumar' in the authors string.
V.B. Sreekumar (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.B.Sreek.' in the authors string.