Impatiens Auricoma - African jumping herb

Impatiens Auricoma, also known as "African jumping cabbage", is a rare and fascinating plant from the family of balsaminine plants (balsamic naceae). This species is particularly known for its striking yellow flowers. Their home are the Comor's East African island group. Despite its rarity, Impatiens Auricoma has a remarkable ecological meaning and potential use in the horticultural industry.

Botanical characteristics

Impatiens Auricoma is a herbaceous plant that can reach a height of around 30 to 60 centimeters. The stems are upright and branched with opposite leaves that have an oval to lanceolate shape. The flowers are strikingly yellow and have a typical cygomorphic form that is characteristic of the genus of Impatiens. The fruits are elongated capsules that jump up when mature and sprinkle the seeds in the area to enable the plant that spread.

Ecological role

Although Impatiens Auricoma is a rare plant, it plays an important ecological role in the habitats in which it occurs. It offers food and habitat for different types of insects, especially pollinators such as bees and butterflies that are attracted to their rich flowers. In addition, Impatiens Auricoma could contribute to the ground preservation by preventing erosion and strengthening the soil with its roots.

Distribution and potential uses

Impatiens Auricoma is rarely found in nature and usually occurs in specific habitats such as damp forests, bank areas and gorges. Due to its attractiveness and rarity, the kind could have potential uses in the horticultural industry, especially for the design of landscapes and gardens. The golden flowers could have a special aesthetic attraction and could be presented in botanical gardens or collections of rare plants.