Begonia burabod

B. burabod

Quick Species Info

Species	burabod
Region	South East Asia
Country	Philippines
Year published	2021
Date of Origin	Unknown
Plant Type	rhizomatous
Section	Baryandra
Chr 2n	Unknown

Species Information

Classification

Begonia burabod is a monoecious perennial herb found in the Municipality of Paranas, Samar Island, Philippines.

Distribution

This species is abundant on shaded and moist soil slopes at an elevation of 150 meters.

Characteristics

- Stem: Prostrate, brown, villous. - Stipules: Brownish pink to magenta, ovate-triangular, strongly keeled and villous abaxially. - Leaves: Alternate, with oblique ovate blades, irregularly angular margin, and white spots between veins on the upper surface. - Inflorescence: Axillary, bisexual, cymosely branching panicle. - Flowers: Staminate and pistillate flowers with distinct tepals and other features. - Capsule: Equal, rounded wings.

Etymology

The species is named after the Waray word "burabod," which means spring, reflecting its moist habitat.

Proposed Conservation Status

Begonia burabod is abundant, with numerous populations observed. According to IUCN criteria, it is proposed to be placed under the Least Concern (LC) category due to its widespread presence.

Photos

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References

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