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Impatiens edgeworthii, a member of the Balsaminaceae family and commonly known as Skip, is an annual plant native to the Himalayan regions of Nepal, Pakistan, and West Himalaya. Impatiens edgeworthii (Latin: Impatiens edgeworthii, family Balsaminaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Impatiens edgeworthii is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Impatiens edgeworthii is a member of the Balsaminaceae family native to NEP, PAK, and WHM. Impatiens edgeworthii thrives in partial to full sun and requires moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Impatiens edgeworthii grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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