Pale Touch-Me-Not (Impatiens pallida)

Family: Touch-Me-Not Family (Balsaminaceae)

Other Names: Pale Jewelweed, Snapweed, Quick-In-The-Hand

Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: June 18*

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Interesting Facts: This common annual is widespread in areas of the preserve with moist, alkaline soils. The common name of both Touch-Me-Not's (Pale and Spotted) are in response to the seed pods which, when mature, "pop" open at the slightest touch. The juices of this plant are said to relieve the stinging sensation caused by Wood Nettle (Laportea canadensis).

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.