Impatiens scitula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scitula
ID:
731653
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 4: 14 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730986
Common Names
- Impatiens Scitula
- Scitula Impatiens
- Impatiens Scitul
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- Impatiens nummularifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
- Impatiens pantlingii Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Impatiens scitula (also called Himalayan Jewelweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has lance-shaped leaves and white or pink flowers with a yellow center. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens scitula is a flowering plant that is used in landscaping and for its ornamental value. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Impatiens scitula is a white or pinkish-white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened capsule containing numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Impatiens scitula is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It grows in moist forests and grasslands at altitudes of up to 3,000 m. It is a perennial herb with fleshy stems and leaves. The flowers are white and are borne in clusters. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Impatiens scitula
Impatiens scitula can be found in the Himalayas, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.
Impatiens scitula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens scitula?
Impatiens scitula
What type of plant is Impatiens scitula?
It is an annual herbaceous plant.
Where is Impatiens scitula found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
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 kew-2863182: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.