Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
oreophila
ID:
744752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triboun & Suksathan

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 61: 170 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744085



Common Names

  • Impatiens oreophila
  • Mountain-loving Impatiens
  • Impatiens


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Description

Impatiens oreophila (also called Mountain Impatiens, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Tanzania. It has a short stem and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its flowers are white with a yellow center. It is found in moist woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens oreophila is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens oreophila is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens oreophila is a perennial herb that can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It can also be grown in a container indoors in cooler climates. To propagate, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and then plant in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Roots should form in 4-6 weeks. Once roots have formed, transplant to a larger pot.

Where to Find Impatiens oreophila

Impatiens oreophila is native to Tanzania. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in wildflowers.

Impatiens oreophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens oreophila?

Impatiens oreophila

What type of plant is Impatiens oreophila?

Impatiens oreophila is a flowering plant.

Where is Impatiens oreophila native to?

Impatiens oreophila is native to 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

Piyakaset Suksathan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suksathan' in the authors string.
Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.