Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
polyactina
ID:
731534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1909: 283 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730867



Common Names

  • Polyactina Impatiens
  • Polyactina Balsam
  • Polyactina Touch-me-not


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Description

Impatiens polyactina (also called Many-rayed 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 polyactina 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 polyactina is a white, 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens polyactina 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 polyactina

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

Impatiens polyactina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens polyactina?

Impatiens polyactina

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens polyactina?

Impatiens polyactina is native to Thailand.

What are the common names of Impatiens polyactina?

Impatiens polyactina is also known as Many-flowered 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,