Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not)

Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not) green leaves with white markings in a close up plant shot

Botanical name: Impatiens marianae

Common name: Touch-me-not

Family: Balsaminaceae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeRegular waterOrnamental foliagePink flowers

The 2-inch leaves have a silvery-white background, and dark green along the main veins. Its amazing leaf pattern occurs naturally - this is not a cultivated hybrid. The inch-long flowers are deep pink with yellow markings inside, and have a curved "tail".

It does best in bright, filtered light, and should be protected from strong sun exposure.

Likes moist, but well drained, fertile soil.

Similar plants: Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not)


Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not) pink flower with green silver leaves close up
Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not) pink flower with green leaves close up
Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not) green leaves with white veins, a close up plant photo.
Impatiens marianae (Touch-me-not) plant with dark green leaves and a small pink flower close up.


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