Etymology: Impatiens: Latin for "impatient" referring to explosive action of fruit to disperse seed
Plants: perennial forb
Conservation Status: Introduced - adventive
Plants: perennial forb
Conservation Status: Introduced - adventive
WIS DNR-Bureau of Endangered Resources: Detailed information on Wisconsin invasive species including decription, habitats, control methods USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos
Paul E. Berry
S. Kelly Kearns
