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I was surprised to read jewelweed described as having pink flowers, in Steve Shaw's post. The jewelweed that I know is also called spotted touch-me-not (impatiens capensis). It has orange flowers and is in bloom now. I've known for many years that it is said to cure the itch of poison ivy, if the cut stems are rubbed over the area of the skin that was in contact with the poison ivy, soon after contact. However, recent reading claims that the stems can be infused (boiling water) and the liquid frozen into ice cubes, with medicinal properties retained for a year and effective even after the rash has formed. Also, the article I accessed claimed that the garden variety of impatiens is also effective. Furthermore, the claim was made that it could help neutralize the toxins in insect bites! Do any of you have personal experience with this? Jane
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