Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
khasiana
ID:
731281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 4: 27 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730614

Common Names

  • Impatiens khasiana
  • Khasi Impatiens
  • Khasi Jewelweed

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Synonyms

  • Impatiens pritchardii Toppin [unknown]
  • Impatiens bella major Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Impatiens khasiana (also called Khasi Balsam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Balsaminaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Impatiens khasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright, showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Impatiens khasiana is yellow with a red center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens khasiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 18-21°C (65-70°F).

Where to Find Impatiens khasiana

Impatiens khasiana is native to the Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

Impatiens khasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens khasiana?

Impatiens khasiana

What is the common name of Impatiens khasiana?

Impatiens khasiana

What is the natural habitat of Impatiens khasiana?

Impatiens khasiana is native to India and Nepal.

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,