Garden balsam (Impatiens balsamina)

Garden balsam has been cherished in European gardens since the Victorian times, although its relative with flatter flowers has recently gained more popularity. This plant not only attracts pollinators but also appeals to nectar-feeding birds. The genus name "Impatiens" is derived from the Latin word for "impatient," highlighting the plant's unique characteristic of forcefully ejecting its seeds when touched.