Begonia truncatifolia

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Begonia truncatifolia Phytotaxa
Quick Species Info
Species truncatifolia
Region Southeast Asia
Country Malaysia
Year published 2020
Date of Origin
Plant Type Rhizomatous
Section Baryandra
Chr 2n

Species Information[edit]

Classification and Distribution[edit]

Begonia truncatifolia is native to Southeast Asia, primarily found in Malaysia. It belongs to the section Begonia sect. Baryandra.

Habitat[edit]

This species is typically found in moist, shady habitats, often in the understory of tropical forests.

Characteristics[edit]

Begonia truncatifolia is a rhizomatous Begonia. It has distinctive foliage with asymmetrically truncated leaves.

Flower Details[edit]

The flowers of Begonia truncatifolia are typically small and inconspicuous, with various shades of pink.

Etymology[edit]

The specific epithet "truncatifolia" likely refers to the truncated or asymmetrical leaves of this Begonia species.

Comparison to Similar Species[edit]

Begonia truncatifolia can be distinguished from other Begonia species by its unique leaf shape and habitat preferences.

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Photos[edit]

Begonia truncatifolia Dark Form grown in a greenhouse by Nathaniel Greenleaf

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