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        | species = exposita
        | region = South East Asia
        | country = Thailand
        | year_published = 2009
        | Date_of_Origin = Not specified
        | plant_type = tuberous
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=== Species Information ===

==== Classification and Distribution ====
Begonia exposita is an acaulescent herb native to Southwestern Thailand, specifically found in Kanchanaburi Province, Sangkhla Buri District.

==== Habitat ====
This begonia species thrives in exposed limestone rock crevices at an altitude of approximately 140 meters.

==== Distribution ====
Begonia exposita is endemic to a unique habitat in Southwestern Thailand, particularly in the Kanchanaburi Province, Sangkhla Buri District.

==== Characteristics ====
Begonia exposita is a monoecious acaulescent herb with succulent leaves. Its leaves are ovate, 3–15 cm long, with a deeply cordate base, serrate margins, and prominent palmate venation. The species has tuberous roots.

==== Flower Details ====
The staminate flowers of this begonia have 4 tepals, which are white with a pale pink flush inside and darker pink on the reverse. The pistillate flowers have 2 (or 3) tepals of the same coloration. Stamens in the staminate flowers number 40–50 and are bright yellow. The androecium is actinomorphic, and the anthers dehisce by short slits near the tip.

==== Etymology ====
The specific epithet "exposita" refers to the exposed limestone habitat where this begonia species is found.

==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
Begonia exposita differs from similar species, including Begonia putii, B. discreta, and B. soluta, by having larger leaves, succulent leaf texture, 2 tepals in male flowers, and a lower altitude habitat.

==== References ====
Phutthai, T., & Hughes, M. (Year not specified). [Title of the publication where this information is sourced]. [Link to the publication if available].

=== Care ===
Detailed care instructions for growing and maintaining Begonia exposita are not provided in the provided text.

=== Photos ===
[[File:Begonia_exposita.jpg|thumb|center| Image of Begonia exposita]]

=== External Links ===
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[[Category:Begonia Type]]
[[Category:Southwestern Thailand]]