Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis)
Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) is a fast-growing annual herb native to North America, known for its distinctive seed pods that burst open when touched.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Adaptable to various soils but prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained conditions.
Temperature
Ideal growing range.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not required.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial to full shade.
Tolerates some sun if soil is moist.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water deeply when top inch is dry.
Adaptable to various soils but prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained conditions.
Ideal growing range.
Avoid extreme heat or frost.
Outdoor
Generally not required.
Light feeding if growth is weak.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None (dies back in winter)
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyBalsaminaceae
- genusImpatiens
- speciesImpatiens capensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No