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Spotted Touch-Me-Not

Impatiens capensis

Notes:

Spotted Touch-Me-Not was used as a medicinal herb by several native North American Indian tribes, particularly as an external application for wounds and skin complaints. The juice of the leaves reportedly can be used externally in the treatment of poison ivy rashes, nettle strings, and burns. There is contradictory reporting on the plant's edibility. Some reports indicate that the succulent stems can be cut up and cooked like green beans, while others warn that the plant is dangerous if ingested. The berries, in particular, are said to be toxic to humans.

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Aarongunnar
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Aarongunnar

Wisconsin, USA

Spotted on Aug 22, 2015
Submitted on Oct 15, 2016

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