About Impatiens diversifolia
Impatiens diversifolia (Impatiens diversifolia) is a herb belonging to the Balsaminaceae family (Balsam/Touch-me-not family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate/whorled simple leaves, cymose/raceme flower clusters, explosive capsule fruit. It is typically found in along the slopes of western ghats in damp, moist areas. It is native to India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during June-November. The species is valued in traditional medicine.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Impatiens diversifolia
- Genus
- Impatiens
- Family
- BALSAMINACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Along the slopes of Western ghats in damp, moist areas
- Native to
- India
- Distribution
- India
- Flowering & fruiting
- June-November
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Balsaminaceae
Balsam/Touch-me-not family
Impatiens diversifolia belongs to the Balsaminaceae family.
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