Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
oblongipetala
ID:
750286

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Liu & Y.Y.Cong

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 392 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749619



Common Names

  • Impatiens oblongipetala
  • Oblongipetala Impatiens
  • Impatiens Oblongipetala


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Description

Impatiens oblongipetala (also called Oblongipetal Impatiens, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Africa. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens oblongipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens oblongipetala is a white or pinkish-white tubular flower, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens oblongipetala is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Impatiens oblongipetala

Impatiens oblongipetala can be found in the temperate forests of the United States.

Impatiens oblongipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens oblongipetala?

Impatiens oblongipetala

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens oblongipetala?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and China.

What are the common uses of Impatiens oblongipetala?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Ke Ming Liu (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Liu' in the authors string.
Yi Yan Cong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Y.Cong' in the authors string.