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Pale Touch-Me-Not (Impatiens pallida)

Pale Touch-Me-Not (Impatiens pallida) is a delicate annual wildflower native to eastern North America, known for its pale yellow flowers and explosive seed pods.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial to full shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil. Adaptable to various soil types but thrives in humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly if needed.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial to full shade.

Avoid intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water more frequently during dry spells.

Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil. Adaptable to various soil types but thrives in humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 18-24°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly if needed.

Balanced liquid fertilizer in spring for weak growth.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Alternate, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Chrysaea aurea (Muhl.) Nieuwl. & Lunell
Impatiens aurea Muhl.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familyBalsaminaceae
  • genusImpatiens
  • speciesImpatiens pallida
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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