Begonia

Begonias are lovely flowers that can brighten up any space! They come in many colors and are often grown indoors.

Habitat: Gardens and indoor spaces

Appearance

The Begonia has vibrant, often asymmetrical leaves with striking patterns and colours, ranging from green to deep red. Its delicate flowers, in shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, or white, can be single or double-petaled, adding a splash of intense colour.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaFamilyBegoniaceaeGenusBegonia

Begonia

Interesting facts

A Begonia flower can look like a tiny rose or a ruffled carnation!

Begonias were first discovered way back in the 1600s!

Some Begonias have leaves that are bigger than your hand!

They grow wild in steamy rainforests all over the world.

Special abilities

Begonia can have thick, tuberous roots that store water and nutrients, helping it survive short dry periods.

Begonia plants produce separate male and female flowers on the same plant, ensuring successful seed production.

Many Begonias have colourful, patterned leaves that can help deter herbivores or attract pollinators from afar.

Measurements & details

Height: 15-90 cm
Spread: 15-90 cm
Flower Size: 2-15 cm
Bloom Season: Late spring to fall
Is Edible: No
Toxicity: Mild
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey bee

Apis mellifera

Helps carry pollen between male and female flowers.

pollinates

Buff-tailed bumblebee

Bombus terrestris

Visits Begonia blooms, aiding in plant reproduction.

eaten by

Grey field slug

Deroceras reticulatum

Feeds on Begonia leaves and tender stems in gardens.

Traits

Annual

Discover plants that complete their whole life story, from a tiny seed to making new seeds, all within a single growing season! Then, they gracefully finish their cycle.

Cluster Flower

Discover how these flowers grow together in beautiful groups, creating a big splash of color that catches your eye. It's like a tiny bouquet, all natural!

Shade Tolerant

Discover plants that love to live in the shadows, growing beautifully and happily even in spots where the sun doesn't shine all day long.

Everblooming

Discover plants that seem to bloom non-stop, gracing your garden with colorful flowers throughout an extended season. They're always ready to show off!

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!