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Impatiens information

Imati flower, also known as henna, henna, nail grass, little peach, don't touch me, etc. The Latin scientific name is Impatiens balsamina L. It is also called Goldilocks because its flower head, wings, tail and feet are all upturned like a phoenix. Impatiens is an annual herbaceous flower of the family Impatiensaceae, 60-100cm tall. The whole plant is divided into six parts: roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds. Produced in various parts of India and China, it is also called Goldilocks because its flower head, wings, tail and feet are all upturned like a phoenix.

It is edible, ornamental, and has medicinal value. Because it can dye nails when combined with alum, it is also called henna.