Pale Jewelweed (Impatiens pallida)

Family: Balsaminaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Impatiens pallida is a ANNUAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.6 m (2ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves and shoots - cooked. Added to sukiyaki, chow mein and other oriental dishes. When used as a vegetable on their own the cooking water should be changed once or twice during the cooking. — Young leaves and shoots - cooked.; Added to sukiyaki, chow mein and other oriental dishes.; When used as a vegetable on their own the cooking water should be changed once or twice during the cooking.; Some caution is advised, see the notes on toxicity at the top of the record.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist woodland and wet meadows, usually on calcareous soils. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)