Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: YES
Description
Appearance: Impatiens capensis is a herbaceous annual known for its succulent stems, opposite leaves, and distinctive orange, spurred flowers. Orange irregular shaped flowers give rise to elongated seed capsules which pop open when touched.
Leaves: The leaves are opposite, oval, and often have toothed margins.
Flowers: The plant produces orange, spurred flowers with a distinctive shape.
Habitat: It is commonly found in wetlands, along stream banks, and in damp woods.
Distribution: Orange jewelweed is native to North America.
Note: The juice of the stems of this plant is said to alleviate the sting from nettles.
Occurrence
Found in wetter areas where there is some shade.