About Impatiens munnarensis
Impatiens munnarensis (Impatiens munnarensis) 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 banks of streams and marshy places in the high ranges. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during September-December. Its conservation status has been assessed as Critically Endangered (CR).
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Impatiens munnarensis
- Genus
- Impatiens
- Family
- BALSAMINACEAE
- Habit
- Herb
- Habitat
- Along the banks of streams and marshy places in the high ranges
- Flowering & fruiting
- September-December
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered (CR)

Balsaminaceae
Balsam/Touch-me-not family
Impatiens munnarensis belongs to the Balsaminaceae family.
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