Impatiens capensis

RHS Plant Profile
orange balsam

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Other common names

American snapdragon, brook celandine, cowslip, ear jewel, kicking colt, kicking horses, shining grass, solentine, speckled jewels, weathercock, wild balsam, jewel weed, silverweed

Botanical Details

Family
Balsaminaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Impatiens can be annuals or evergreen perennials, with fleshy stems bearing simple, toothed leaves and solitary or clustered, spurred, 5-petalled flowers
Name Status
Unresolved