Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
podocarpa
ID:
731531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 30: t. 2963 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730864



Common Names

  • Podocarpa Impatiens
  • Podocarpa Balsam
  • Podocarpa Touch-me-not


Searching for Impatiens podocarpa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Impatiens podocarpa (also called Podocarp Balsam, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a single, erect stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are arranged in opposite pairs. It has yellow to orange flowers with five petals. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens podocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens podocarpa is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and spindly.

Searching for Impatiens podocarpa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens podocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Impatiens podocarpa

Impatiens podocarpa can be found in the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Impatiens podocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens podocarpa?

Impatiens podocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens podocarpa?

Impatiens podocarpa is native to Thailand.

What are the common names of Impatiens podocarpa?

Impatiens podocarpa is also known as Podocarp Impatiens.

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,