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Impatiens sulcata
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The Impatiens sulcata plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas - Kashmir to Bhutan. It is a member of the Balsaminaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as I. gigantea. Edgew. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
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Latin Name: Impatiens sulcata
Family: Balsaminaceae
Author: Wallich.
Known Hazards: Regular ingestion of large quantities of these plants can be dangerous due to their high mineral content[172]. This report, which seems nonsensical, might refer to calcium oxalate. This mineral is found in I. capensis and so is probably also in other members of the genus. It can be harmful raw but is destroyed by thoroughly cooking or drying the plant[K]. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones and hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet[238].
Mature Height: 1.5 Mature Width:
Habitat: Humus-rich soils[145] in forests, shrubberies and cultivated areas, 1800 - 4000 metres[51].
General Uses: None known
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