Status:
valid
Authors:
S.X.Yu & Y.T.Hou
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 48: 57 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749629
Common Names
- Impatiens parvisepala
- Parvisepala Impatiens
- Impatiens Parvisepala
Description
Impatiens parvisepala (also called Small-Sepaled Impatiens, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens parvisepala 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 parvisepala 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Impatiens parvisepala 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 parvisepala
Impatiens parvisepala can be found in the temperate forests of the United States.
Impatiens parvisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens parvisepala?
Impatiens parvisepala
What is the natural habitat of Impatiens parvisepala?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and China.
What are the common uses of Impatiens parvisepala?
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
Yuan Tong Hou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Hou' in the authors string.
Sheng Xiang Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.X.Yu' in the authors string.