Impatiens hawkeri
New Guinea Group
New Guinea

 
 
Bright colors and large, 2-3 inches wide
 
Brightly colored or variegated leaves
 

 
Many species of impatiens are called "touch me not" because they have pressure sensitive, exploding (dehiscent) capsules that scatter the seed away from the plant when ripe.

 

 
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