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I'm delighted to have this rare magenta form of Impatiens platypetala. This perky perennial species is native to rainforests in Southeast Asia. It blooms almost all year long, with vivid, two-toned blossoms that are purplish-pink with a deep-fuchsia center. The plant is almost unknown in cultivation, but it's a great collector's plant that is easy to grow. I don't know anyone else offering it!
Unlike the orange form of the species, which is tall and slender, this magenta form is shorter and rounder, growing to about 16 inches tall & wide. It looks great when grown in a hanging planter. The 1½ inch flowers appear almost non-stop throughout the year for me. Some of today's common hybrids originated from this species, and sometimes they are even called "Impatiens platypetala" incorrectly. This is a naturally occurring species, not a cultivated hybrid.
It grows best with temperatures above 40 degrees F (4°C), and preferably over 55° (13°C). I have no information on how much heat it can take. It's possible that it will dislike hot days with warm nights. It grows great indoors in a pot. Like most Impatiens, it enjoys bright, filtered light. Protect it from strong sun exposure. It prefers fertile, well-draining soil that's kept evenly moist. Over about 40% humidity is best. In the right conditions, it is very easy to grow.
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