Spotted Snapweed (Impatiens balsamina)
Spotted Snapweed (Impatiens balsamina) is a vibrant annual or short-lived perennial with a bushy habit, prized for its colorful, single or double flowers that bloom profu
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Keep moist
Soil
Well-drained, moist, fertile
Temperature
Warm
Fertilizer
Regular feeding
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
Prefers 6+ hours of sunlight, tolerates some shade.
Keep moist
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Well-drained, moist, fertile
Warm
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Regular feeding
Monthly feeding during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Height
0.2-0.6 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyBalsaminaceae
- genusImpatiens
- speciesImpatiens balsamina
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No