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Balsam

Impatiens balsamina

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The Balsam (Impatiens balsamina) is a species in the genus Impatiens. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Like other members of its genus, this species plays a role in its native ecosystem.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (20 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Impatiens balsamina (Balsam)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish balsamina

French Balsamine

German Balsamine

Similar Species in Impatiens

Impatiens noli-tangere

Dalzell's Yellow Balsam

Impatiens glandulifera

J. F. Cathcart's Balsam

Impatiens cathcartii

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Balsam?

The scientific name of Balsam is Impatiens balsamina. It belongs to the genus Impatiens.

Where does Balsam live?

Balsam is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (20 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Costa Rica, Croatia.

What family does Balsam belong to?

Balsam (Impatiens balsamina) belongs to the genus Impatiens, which is part of the taxonomic family Balsaminaceae.

What kingdom does Balsam belong to?

Balsam (Impatiens balsamina) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Balsam?

The closest relatives of Balsam in the genus Impatiens include Balfour'S Jewelweed, balsam, Buzzy lizzy, Common Jewelweed, Dalzell's Yellow Balsam.