Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pinfanensis
ID:
1275437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. , pl. 869 1908

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274775



Common Names

  • Touch-me-not
  • Impatient
  • Jewelweed


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Description

Impatiens pinfanensis (also called Pinfan Balsam, among many other common names) is a small, upright annual plant native to India. It has oval-shaped leaves and produces small, pink flowers. It is commonly found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens pinfanensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for and can be used to add color and texture to the landscape. It is also known to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens pinfanensis is white or pink with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens pinfanensis is a semi-evergreen perennial that can be grown in partial shade to full sun. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed, although it may take several years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Impatiens pinfanensis

Impatiens pinfanensis is native to the Himalayas.

Impatiens pinfanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens pinfanensis?

Impatiens pinfanensis

What is the common name of Impatiens pinfanensis?

Impatiens pinfanensis

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens pinfanensis?

Forests of eastern Himalayas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50275618: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.