Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
scabriuscula
ID:
731647

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Don) B.Heyne ex Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 464 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730980

Common Names

  • Impatiens Scabriuscula
  • Scabriuscula Impatiens
  • Impatiens Scabriuscul

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Synonyms

  • Balsamina scabriuscula (B.Heyne ex Wall.) G.Don [unknown]

Description

Impatiens scabriuscula (also called Rough Balsam, 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 scabriuscula 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Impatiens scabriuscula var. alba Bhaskar
Impatiens scabriuscula var. rosea Bhaskar

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Impatiens scabriuscula has small, white flowers with yellow-green centers. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Impatiens scabriuscula 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 scabriuscula

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

Impatiens scabriuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Impatiens scabriuscula?

Impatiens scabriuscula

What type of plant is Impatiens scabriuscula?

It is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Impatiens scabriuscula 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-2863175: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Benjamin Heyne (1770-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Heyne' in the authors string.