Begonia aconitifolia - Revision history

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	<div class="infobox"> {{BegoniaSpecies_Infobox \| name = Begonia aconitifolia \| image = \| caption = A.DC. \| Species = aconitifolia \| Publication = Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 4, 11: 127 \| Origin = Brazil \| Region = South America \| Growth = Cane-like \| Section = Latistigma \| Chromosome = 2n = 60 \| note = Reinstated in section Latistigma in 2018 (formerly Knesebeckia). }} </div> <div class="mw-body"> === Species Information ===		<div class="infobox"> {{BegoniaSpecies_Infobox \| name = Begonia aconitifolia \| image = \| caption = A.DC. \| Species = aconitifolia \| Publication = Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 4, 11: 127 \| Origin = Brazil \| Region = South America \| Growth = Cane-like \| Section = Latistigma \| Chromosome = 2n = 60 \| note = Reinstated in section Latistigma in 2018 (formerly Knesebeckia). }} </div> <div class="mw-body">

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	>==== Origin ====		==== Origin ====

	Endemic to Brazil, specifically the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome (Mata Atlântica).		Endemic to Brazil, specifically the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome (Mata Atlântica).

	==== Growth Type ==== Cane-like. It grows erect, reaching heights of 1 to 1.5 meters (approx. 3–5 feet). The stems are bamboo-like with swollen nodes and can form a thickened base (caudex) as the plant matures.		==== Growth Type ====
			Cane-like. It grows erect, reaching heights of 1 to 1.5 meters (approx. 3–5 feet). The stems are bamboo-like with swollen nodes and can form a thickened base (caudex) as the plant matures.

	==== Section ==== Latistigma (formerly placed in section Knesebeckia).		==== Section ====
			Latistigma (formerly placed in section Knesebeckia).

	==== Chromosome = 2n = 60 ====		==== Chromosome = 2n = 60 ====

	==== Description ====		==== Description ====

	Leaves: Large, palmately deeply lobed (resembling the foliage of Aconitum), and asymmetrical. The leaf surface is typically dark green with silvery-white splashes or spots, while the underside (abaxial surface) is reddish.		Leaves: Large, palmately deeply lobed (resembling the foliage of Aconitum), and asymmetrical. The leaf surface is typically dark green with silvery-white splashes or spots, while the underside (abaxial surface) is reddish.

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	Habit: It is a robust, branching shrub that thrives in warm, humid conditions.		Habit: It is a robust, branching shrub that thrives in warm, humid conditions.

	==== Distribution ==== Native to the wet tropical biomes of Southeast Brazil.		==== Distribution ====
			Native to the wet tropical biomes of Southeast Brazil.

	==== Habitat ==== It grows in the understory of the Atlantic Forest, preferring semi-shaded, humid environments with well-draining soil.		==== Habitat ====
			It grows in the understory of the Atlantic Forest, preferring semi-shaded, humid environments with well-draining soil.

	==== Flower ==== Blooms in clusters (panicles). The flowers are generally white or pale pink.		==== Flower ====
			Blooms in clusters (panicles). The flowers are generally white or pale pink.

	==== Etymology ==== The specific epithet ''aconitifolia'' means "Aconite-leaved," referring to the resemblance of its deeply cut leaves to those of the genus ''Aconitum'' (Monkshood/Wolfsbane) in the Ranunculaceae family.		==== Etymology ====
			The specific epithet ''aconitifolia'' means "Aconite-leaved," referring to the resemblance of its deeply cut leaves to those of the genus ''Aconitum'' (Monkshood/Wolfsbane) in the Ranunculaceae family.

	==== Synonyms ====		==== Synonyms ====
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	''Begonia sceptrum'' Rodigas		''Begonia sceptrum'' Rodigas

	==== Comparison to Similar Species ==== It is frequently confused with (and taxonomically treated as synonymous with) ''Begonia sceptrum''. While some horticultural sources may distinguish them based on leaf markings or flower hue, modern taxonomy often regards ''B. sceptrum'' as a synonym. It is also structurally similar to other Brazilian cane begonias like ''B. platanifolia'', but distinguished by its specific "aconite-like" leaf incision.		==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
			It is frequently confused with (and taxonomically treated as synonymous with) ''Begonia sceptrum''. While some horticultural sources may distinguish them based on leaf markings or flower hue, modern taxonomy often regards ''B. sceptrum'' as a synonym. It is also structurally similar to other Brazilian cane begonias like ''B. platanifolia'', but distinguished by its specific "aconite-like" leaf incision.

	=== Photos ===		=== Photos ===

	=== Hybrids === Begonia aconitifolia is a parent to many famous "Angel Wing" begonias.		=== Hybrids ===
			Begonia aconitifolia is a parent to many famous "Angel Wing" begonias.

	''Begonia'' 'Angel Wing': A cross between ''B. aconitifolia'' and ''B. coccinea'', hybridized by Eva Kenworthy Gray in 1926.		''Begonia'' 'Angel Wing': A cross between ''B. aconitifolia'' and ''B. coccinea'', hybridized by Eva Kenworthy Gray in 1926.
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	''Begonia'' 'Sophie Cecile': A well-known hybrid involving ''B. sceptrum'' (syn. ''B. aconitifolia'').		''Begonia'' 'Sophie Cecile': A well-known hybrid involving ''B. sceptrum'' (syn. ''B. aconitifolia'').

	=== Conservation status === Not formally assessed by the IUCN Red List, but as an endemic species to the fragmented Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro, it is often considered a rare collector's plant in cultivation and vulnerable in the wild due to habitat loss.		=== Conservation status ===
			Not formally assessed by the IUCN Red List, but as an endemic species to the fragmented Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro, it is often considered a rare collector's plant in cultivation and vulnerable in the wild due to habitat loss.

	=== External Links ===		=== External Links ===

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	~~<nowiki~~>==== Origin ====~~</nowiki>~~		>==== Origin ====

	Endemic to Brazil, specifically the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome (Mata Atlântica).		Endemic to Brazil, specifically the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome (Mata Atlântica).

	==== Growth Type ==== Cane-like ~~(Shrub-like)~~. It grows erect, reaching heights of 1 to 1.5 meters (approx. 3–5 feet). The stems are bamboo-like with swollen nodes and can form a thickened base (caudex) as the plant matures.		==== Growth Type ==== Cane-like. It grows erect, reaching heights of 1 to 1.5 meters (approx. 3–5 feet). The stems are bamboo-like with swollen nodes and can form a thickened base (caudex) as the plant matures.

	==== Section ==== Latistigma (formerly placed in section Knesebeckia).		==== Section ==== Latistigma (formerly placed in section Knesebeckia).

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	==== Publication Date ====		==== Publication Date ====

	''Begonia aconitifolia'' was formally described in '''1861''' by '''Alphonse de Candolle'''.		''Begonia aconitifolia'' was formally described in '''1861''' by '''Alphonse de Candolle'''.

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	\| name = Begonia aconitifolia		\| name = Begonia aconitifolia
	\| image = Begoniaaconitifolia1m.jpg		\| image = Begoniaaconitifolia1m.jpg
	\| caption = Begonia aconitifolia showing its characteristic deeply lobed leaves and cane-like growth.		\| caption = ''Begonia aconitifolia'' showing its characteristic deeply lobed leaves and cane-like growth.
	\| Species = Begonia aconitifolia		\| Species = Begonia aconitifolia
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	=== Species Information ===		=== Species Information ===


	==== Publication Date ====		==== Publication Date ====
	Begonia aconitifolia* was formally described in 1861 by Alphonse de Candolle.		''Begonia aconitifolia'' was formally described in '''1861''' by '''Alphonse de Candolle'''.

	==== Origin ====		==== Origin ====
	The species is endemic to Brazil.		The species is '''endemic to Brazil'''.

	==== Growth Type ====		==== Growth Type ====
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	==== Section ====		==== Section ====
	Section Pritzelia.		Section '''Pritzelia'''.

	==== Chromosome = 2n = ====		==== Chromosome = 2n = ====
	The chromosome number for Begonia aconitifolia has not been reliably published in the literature.		The chromosome number for ''Begonia aconitifolia'' has '''not been reliably published''' in the literature.

	==== Description ====		==== Description ====
	Begonia aconitifolia* is a medium to large cane-type begonia characterized by tall, erect stems and deeply divided, palmate leaves reminiscent of Aconitum foliage. Leaves are typically medium to dark green, with pronounced lobing and a slightly rough texture. Stems are semi-woody with visible nodes and can reach over 1.5 m in height under favorable conditions.		''Begonia aconitifolia'' is a medium to large cane-type begonia characterized by tall, erect stems and deeply divided, palmate leaves reminiscent of ''Aconitum'' foliage. Leaves are typically medium to dark green, with pronounced lobing and a slightly rough texture. Stems are semi-woody with visible nodes and can reach over 1.5 m in height under favorable conditions.

	==== Distribution ====		==== Distribution ====
	Restricted to southeastern Brazil, particularly within the Atlantic Forest biome.		Restricted to '''southeastern Brazil''', particularly within the Atlantic Forest biome.

	==== Habitat ====		==== Habitat ====
	Found in humid forest understories, along forest edges, and near shaded stream banks. It prefers well-drained but consistently moist soils and high atmospheric humidity.		Found in '''humid forest understories''', along forest edges, and near shaded stream banks. It prefers well-drained but consistently moist soils and high atmospheric humidity.

	==== Flower ====		==== Flower ====
	Produces clusters of pale pink to white flowers on axillary inflorescences. Flowers are typical of cane begonias, with separate male and female flowers on the same plant. Blooming generally occurs during the warmer months.		Produces clusters of '''pale pink to white flowers''' on axillary inflorescences. Flowers are typical of cane begonias, with separate male and female flowers on the same plant. Blooming generally occurs during the warmer months.

	==== Etymology ====		==== Etymology ====
	The specific epithet aconitifolia means “*with leaves like Aconitum***,” referring to the deeply divided foliage that resembles monkshood leaves.		The specific epithet ''aconitifolia'' means “'''with leaves like ''Aconitum'''''”" referring to the deeply divided foliage that resembles monkshood leaves.

	==== Synonyms ====		==== Synonyms ====
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	==== Comparison to Similar Species ====		==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
	Often confused with other Brazilian cane begonias featuring deeply lobed leaves, such as Begonia luxurians and Begonia angularis. B. aconitifolia differs by its more compact inflorescences, less divided leaves than B. luxurians, and overall sturdier cane structure.		Often confused with other Brazilian cane begonias featuring deeply lobed leaves, such as ''Begonia luxurians'' and ''Begonia angularis''. ''B. aconitifolia'' differs by its more compact inflorescences, less divided leaves than ''B. luxurians'', and overall sturdier cane structure.

	=== Photos ===		=== Photos ===
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	=== External Links ====		=== External Links ===
	* Begonia Resource Centre		* Begonia Resource Centre
	* Plants of the World Online (Kew)		* Plants of the World Online (Kew)
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	==== References ====		==== References ====
	* de Candolle, A. (1861). Prodromus Systematis Naturalis Regni Vegetabilis		* de Candolle, A. (1861). ''Prodromus Systematis Naturalis Regni Vegetabilis''
	* Hughes, M. et al. Begonia sections and species accounts		* Hughes, M. et al. Begonia sections and species accounts
	* Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – POWO database		* Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – POWO database

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