What are the characteristics of impatiens flowers?
Last Update :2024.05.11
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Impatiens are native to China and India. It is suitable to grow in areas with sufficient sunlight, but it is more afraid of moisture and cold, so it is necessary to keep warm in winter. Its flowers look like butterflies and come in many colors, and there is even a variety with multiple colors blooming on one plant. The petals can be used for dyeing after being crushed. In addition, it also has certain medicinal value, but it should be used according to medical advice. Its flower language is don't touch me, because its seed pods will shoot out seeds when touched.
1. Appearance characteristics
1. Appearance characteristics
The flowers of impatiens are shaped like butterflies, either solitary or clustered. The petals come in many colors, including red, pink, gold, yellow, purple, white, etc. Some even have multiple colors on one plant, and the shape is very bright. Its leaves are alternate, with sharp serrated edges and no hairs on both sides.
2. Growth Habits
Imati flowers are native to India, Malaysia and China. It generally grows in places with sufficient sunlight, has loose soil requirements, and can be grown in barren places. But it is more afraid of moisture, so it should not be watered too much, and the air humidity should not be too high. In addition, low temperature will cause it to freeze, so it must be cultured in the greenhouse in time in winter.
3. Other effects
In addition to its good ornamental value, impatiens can also be used for dyeing. The petals can be crushed and wrapped around the nails to create a bright red color. In addition, it also has medicinal value and can treat fracture pain and other diseases. However, there are some contraindications, so you must use it according to your doctor's advice.
4. Flower language related
The flower language of impatiens is "Don't touch me", which comes from the fact that its seed pods will eject seeds when touched.
2. Growth habits
3. Other functions
4. Flower language related
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