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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 11 +4.4 °C (40 °F) to +7.2 °C (50 °F)
Plant Height: 4 to 6 inches
Plant Spread: Trails or creeps 24 to 48 inches or more
Leaves: Evergreen
Other: Tiny dark green leaves, red stems
Fruit: Dehiscent
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Yellow
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Flower Time: Year Round
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Uses: Groundcover
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Creeping Balsam
  • Creeping Impatiens
  • Golden Dragon
  • Ceylon Balsam

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Location: Frankfurt Botanical Garden

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