Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 354 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730821
Common Names
- Impatiens Pallidiflora
- Pale-Flowered Jewelweed
- Pale-Flowered Touch-Me-Not
Description
Impatiens pallidiflora (also called Pale-flowered Jewelweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and parts of China. It has small, pale yellow flowers with a yellow center and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens pallidiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Impatiens pallidiflora is a white or pale pink, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons, two small leaves, and a few root hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Impatiens pallidiflora is a hardy perennial that can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept moist until they root.
Where to Find Impatiens pallidiflora
Impatiens pallidiflora is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Impatiens pallidiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens pallidiflora?
Impatiens pallidiflora
What is the family of Impatiens pallidiflora?
Balsaminaceae
What is the common name of Impatiens pallidiflora?
Pale-flowered Touch-me-not
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,