Balsam (IMAGE) Helmholtz Association Caption The Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) is an invasive species from the Himalayan region. Impatiens glandulifera is now naturalized in 31 countries on three continents (Europe, North America and Asia). Credit Photo: André Künzelmann/UFZ Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.