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Touch-me-not Balsam

Impatiens noli-tangere

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Balsaminaceae ›Genus: Impatiens

About

Impatiens noli-tangere (touch-me-not balsam; Latin impatiēns "impatient" or "not allowing", and nōlī tangere "do not touch": literally "be unwilling to touch") is an annual herbaceous plant in the family Balsaminaceae found in damp places in Europe, Asia and North America. The yellow flowers are followed by pods which forcefully explode when ripe, ejecting the seeds for some distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Touch-me-not Balsam?
The scientific name of Touch-me-not Balsam is Impatiens noli-tangere.
What kingdom does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the family Balsaminaceae.
What genus does Touch-me-not Balsam belong to?
Touch-me-not Balsam belongs to the genus Impatiens.