Impatiens laxiflora

Impatiens laxiflora

Native to:
China | India | Nepal

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Balsaminaceae
Genus:
Impatiens
Species:
Impatiens laxiflora

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
pink, white

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; germinate at 15-20°C.

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