Impatiens omeiana
Impatiens omeiana | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Asterids |
Order: | Ericales |
Family: | Balsaminaceae |
Genus: | Impatiens |
Species: | I. omeiana
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Binomial name | |
Impatiens omeiana |
Impatiens omeiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. It is endemic to China, where it occurs in Sichuan.[1]
The wild plant is rhizomatous, growing up to half a meter tall, with large, yellow flowers.[2]
It is grown in cultivation as an ornamental plant. One common name is hardy impatiens.[3] Cultivars include 'Eco Hardy' and 'Ice Storm'.[4]
Sources[]
- ^ a b China Plant Specialist Group (2004). "Impatiens omeiana". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2004: e.T46547A11066560. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2004.RLTS.T46547A11066560.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
- ^ Impatiens omeiana. Flora of China.
- ^ Impatiens omeiana. Missouri Botanical Garden.
- ^ Pitman, D. A Bevy Of Balsams. Pacific Horticulture 67(4) October, 2006.
Categories:
- IUCN Red List endangered species
- Endemic flora of China
- Impatiens
- Endangered plants
- Ericales stubs