Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
nicolsoniana
ID:
1334101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gogoi & Arisdason

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 273: 145 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346555



Common Names

  • Impatiens nicolsoniana
  • Nicolsoniana Impatiens
  • Nicolsoniana's Impatiens


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Description

Impatiens nicolsoniana (also called Nicolson's Impatiens, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India. It has alternate, oblong leaves and can grow up to 30 cm tall. It prefers sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens nicolsoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens nicolsoniana is a small, white to yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens nicolsoniana can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Impatiens nicolsoniana

Impatiens nicolsoniana can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Impatiens nicolsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens nicolsoniana?

Impatiens nicolsoniana

What type of plant is Impatiens nicolsoniana?

It is a herb

Where is Impatiens nicolsoniana found?

It is found in the Himalayas of 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.
Wilson Arisdason (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arisdason' in the authors string.