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Balsam

Impatiens balsamina

Not Evaluated

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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 (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (พืชใบเลี้ยงคู่)

Order

Ericales (อันดับกุหลาบป่า)

Species

Impatiens balsamina (Balsam)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish balsamina

French Balsamine

German Balsamine

Similar Species in Impatiens

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balsam

Impatiens noli-tangere

Least Concern

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The Kameng Balsam

Impatiens pseudolaevigata

Vulnerable

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Indian balsam

Impatiens glandulifera

Not Evaluated

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Oliver's touch-me-not

Impatiens sodenii

Not Evaluated

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The Lohit Valley Balsam

Impatiens lohitensis

Endangered

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The Ziro Valley Balsam

Impatiens zironiana

Least Concern

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The Dalai Valley Balsam

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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 (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Balsam?

The closest relatives of Balsam in the genus Impatiens include Balfour'S Jewelweed, balsam, The Kameng Balsam, Indian balsam, Oliver's touch-me-not.