Seed spitting plant - impatient family?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by northstar, Jul 20, 2004.

  1. northstar

    northstar Member

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    This plant is a self seeder that I do not know the name of.
    It, I believe, is related to the impatient family, grows quite tall and
    spits it seeds out with force when touched.

    Tender stalks and stems, flowers range from light pink to magenta or purple.

    I have hundreds of these growing in a along Kilamalu creek running through my property. Some are at least 10 feet tall

    Any ideas? Sorry no photo yet.
     
  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Yes, it is an Impatiens.

    See this thread for more on it (plus pics to confirm!)
     

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