Is Impatiens walleriana poisonous? The latest answer is here
In the application of herbaceous flowers in Europe and America, Impatiens walleriana ranks first. It offers a wide range of bright colors and grows vigorously with simple management, suitable for tray and box containers, hanging baskets, flower walls, window boxes and balcony cultivation. Yet it is rumored online that Impatiens walleriana is poisonous. Let us take a look below at whether Impatiens walleriana is actually poisonous or not!
Is Impatiens walleriana poisonous?
Impatiens walleriana is not poisonous. Rumors online say that Impatiens walleriana is poisonous and has a carcinogenic effect, making it unsuitable for pot cultivation, but this claim has so far not been scientifically verified, and research also shows that the stems and seeds of Impatiens walleriana can be used as medicine.
Although some plants are poisonous, as long as you do not touch them there will be no problem, and Impatiens walleriana is not poisonous, so everyone can grow Impatiens walleriana with peace of mind. If any flower lover is still worried, they can place Impatiens walleriana outdoors and simply avoid touching it casually.
The medicinal value of Impatiens walleriana
In folk practice its flowers and leaves are commonly used to dye fingernails, and its stems and seeds are used as medicine. The stem is called “Fengxian Tougucao” and has the effects of dispelling wind-dampness, promoting blood circulation and relieving pain, and is used to treat rheumatic joint pain and difficulty in bending and stretching.
The seeds of Impatiens walleriana are called “Jixingzi” and have the effects of softening hardness and reducing accumulation, and are used to treat dysphagia, fish bones stuck in the throat, abdominal masses and amenorrhea.
The ornamental value of Impatiens walleriana
Impatiens walleriana has translucent stems, bright green leaves, abundant flowers covering the whole plant, brilliant colors, and blooms continuously all year round, possessing excellent potted-flower characteristics. It has now become one of the most common potted herbaceous flowers internationally. Potted plants are suitable for embellishing balconies, windowsills and gardens. If placed in groups for flower beds, flower borders, flower troughs and landscape features, spreading red and displaying green, it is very impressive to view. Using it to decorate hanging pots and flower balls, and to adorn lamp posts, corridors and halls, is exceptionally unique, charming and moving. Making flower walls, flower pillars and flower umbrellas with it is elegant and luxurious, brilliant and eye-catching.
In the application of herbaceous flowers in Europe and America, Impatiens walleriana ranks first. It offers a wide range of bright colors and grows vigorously with simple management. It is suitable for tray and box containers, hanging baskets, flower walls, window boxes and balcony cultivation.