Famous for its spring-loaded seed capsules that burst at the slightest touch, flinging seeds several feet away—hence the other common name, Spotted Touch-Me-Not.
Its tubular flowers are adapted for hummingbirds, though bees and butterflies also visit frequently.
Traditionally used as a remedy for poison ivy, nettle stings, and insect bites—its crushed stems were applied directly to the skin.
Belongs to the same genus as the popular garden impatiens, but this species is native and self-sowing.
Provides nectar for pollinators, while its seeds are eaten by game birds, songbirds, and small mammals.
Famous for its spring-loaded seed capsules that burst at the slightest touch, flinging seeds several feet away—hence the other common name, Spotted Touch-Me-Not.
Its tubular flowers are adapted for hummingbirds, though bees and butterflies also visit frequently.
Traditionally used as a remedy for poison ivy, nettle stings, and insect bites—its crushed stems were applied directly to the skin.
Belongs to the same genus as the popular garden impatiens, but this species is native and self-sowing.
Provides nectar for pollinators, while its seeds are eaten by game birds, songbirds, and small mammals.
Bloom: mid-summer to early fall
Habitats: edges of woodland paths; openings in moist woodlands; partially or lightly-shaded floodplains along rivers; roadside ditches; seeps and fens
Lifespan: annual
Moisture: wet to moist
Plant type (height): forb (2 to 5 feet)
Requirements: light shade to partial sun
Soil: fertile soil with an abundance of organic material
