Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bonii
ID:
730963

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 29: t. 2860 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730296

Common Names

  • Impatiens bonii
  • Bon's Jewelweed
  • Bon's Touch-me-not

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Description

Impatiens bonii (also called Bon's Jewelweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens bonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Impatiens bonii are white with yellow centers. They are borne in clusters at the tips of the branches. Seed: The seeds of Impatiens bonii are small, black and round. They are dispersed by wind and water. Seedlings: The seedlings of Impatiens bonii are small and green. They have long, thin leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens bonii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or cuttings. Division is best done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Impatiens bonii

Impatiens bonii can be found in India.

Impatiens bonii FAQ

What are the common names of Impatiens bonii?

Common names of Impatiens bonii include Bon's balsam and African touch-me-not.

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens bonii?

Impatiens bonii is native to tropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Impatiens bonii?

Impatiens bonii is an annual plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and has a spreading, bushy habit.

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,