Begonia
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Begonia
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
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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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
Ability
Water Storage Roots
Begonia can have thick, tuberous roots that store water and nutrients, helping it survive short dry periods.
Ability
Distinct Flowers
Begonia plants produce separate male and female flowers on the same plant, ensuring successful seed production.
Ability
Vibrant Foliage
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
- 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
Annual plants complete their entire life cycle, from germination to seed production, within a single growing season.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Everblooming
Everblooming plants produce flowers continuously or in repeated flushes over a long period.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Angel Wing BegoniaRex BegoniaWax Begonia
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Begonia?
15-90 cm
How wide does Begonia spread?
15-90 cm
How big are the flowers on Begonia?
2-15 cm
When does Begonia bloom?
Late spring to fall
Is Begonia edible?
No
Is Begonia toxic?
Mild
What is Begonia's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Begonia pollinated?
Insect
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