Impatiens balansae
Family: Balsaminaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 40-60 cm tall. The stems are erect, robust and fleshy. The leaves are alternate. The leaves are grey-green underneath. They are oval to oblong and 12-15 cm long by 5-7 cm wide. There are many flowers together near the top of the branches. They are yellow.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in moist, shaded places between 1,000-1,400 m above sea level. In Yunnan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, SE Asia, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, vegetable
How it is grown
Leave are available year round.
Its other names
Local names
Pagao, Ai ye