Begonia 'Lamoon'
| Cultivar Name | 'Lamoon' |
|---|---|
| Creator Name | Nathaniel Greenleaf |
| Country | Thailand |
| Registered | Yes |
| Year Registered | 2023 |
| Registration # | 1173 |
| Begonia type | Mallet / Cane Like |
| Pod Parent | Begonia aconitifolia |
| Pollen Parent | Begonia U062 |
Cultivar Information[edit]
Creator and origin[edit]
Nathaniel Greenleaf created Begonia 'Lamoon' in Thailand in 2020. It is a cross between Begonia acontifolia and Begonia U062.
Characteristics[edit]
Begonia 'Lamoon' is a Begonia plant that can reach a height of up to 90 cm and a width of approximately 70 cm when fully grown. Its characteristics include light pink stipules measuring around 17 × 7 mm, a maroon petiole that is about 3–3.5 cm long, and a palmate leaf blade with dimensions of approximately 24 × 13 cm. The leaf has a cordate base with slightly overlapping lobes, a serrated margin, and a pointed apex. On the upper leaf surface, you'll find colors ranging from pastel to bright pink, with prominent dark green main veins. Meanwhile, the lower leaf surface is characterized by a burgundy coloration.
Flower Details[edit]
The 4-tepaled male and female flowers are both light pink. Male flower often drops before fully opening. The few and sporadic flowers are produced on a 1.5 cm long cluster stalk.
Etymology[edit]
The name 'Lamoon' means soft, gentle or delicate in Thai language.
References[edit]
The Begonian * Soon
