Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.L.Chen
Source:
tro
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 8(2): 9 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250044
Common Names
- Impatiens tienmushanica
- Impatiens
- Tienmushanica
Description
Impatiens tienmushanica (also called 'Tienmushan Impatiens', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to China. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 60 cm tall. It has ovate leaves with a velvety texture and produces white flowers with yellow anthers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Impatiens tienmushanica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Impatiens tienmushanica var. longicalcarata Y.L.Xu & Y.L.Chen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Impatiens tienmushanica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Impatiens tienmushanica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division is the preferred method of propagation, as it is the most reliable. The plant should be divided in spring or early summer, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Impatiens tienmushanica
Impatiens tienmushanica is native to China, where it can be found in Fujian and Guangdong provinces.
Impatiens tienmushanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Impatiens tienmushanica?
Impatiens tienmushanica
What is the common name of Impatiens tienmushanica?
Tienmushan Impatiens
What is the family of Impatiens tienmushanica?
Balsaminaceae
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,