Impatiens glandulifera
Impatiens glandulifera, commonly known as Himalayan Balsam, is a striking annual herb recognized by its vibrant pink flowers and explosive seed pods. While primarily viewed as an invasive species, it holds traditional significance in various cultures, where its properties are explored for their unique botanical and medicinal potential.
- Scientific name: Impatiens glandulifera
- Family: Balsaminaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Impatiens glandulifera, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ericales and the family Balsaminaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Impatiens.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Balsaminaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Impatiens | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Denmark. Additionally, its presence extends to the northern territories of Finland and Norway. The species is also well-established throughout the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations define its primary geographical range in the northern part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Impatiens glandulifera has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, naphthoquinones, steroids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naphthoquinones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Impatiens glandulifera has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Allelopathic, Anticancer, Antidepressant, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Allelopathic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Impatiens glandulifera has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidepressant, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |