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Impatiens sulcata, commonly known as the East Himalayan touch-me-not, is an annual herb native to the mountainous regions of East and West Himalaya, including Nepal, Pakistan, and Tibet. Impatiens sulcata (Latin: Impatiens sulcata, family Balsaminaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Impatiens sulcata 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 sulcata is a member of the Balsaminaceae family native to EHM, NEP, PAK, CHT, and WHM. Impatiens sulcata thrives in partial sun to full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Impatiens sulcata 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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