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Impatiens flaccida (Impatiens flaccida)

Impatiens flaccida is a delicate, low-growing perennial herb native to the Himalayas, known for its charming pale pink to white flowers and attractive foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial to full shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Well-draining, humus-rich soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial to full shade.

Protect from direct midday sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Well-draining, humus-rich soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant in winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Balsamina bifida (Thunb.) DC.
Impatiens bifida Thunb.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyBalsaminaceae
  • genusImpatiens
  • speciesImpatiens flaccida
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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