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==== Characteristics ====
==== Characteristics ====


The leaves of B. dracopelta are strongly bullate and resemble the rough texture of the Borneo endemic earless monitor lizard's skin&#8203;``【oaicite:2】``&#8203;.
The leaves of B. dracopelta are strongly bullate and resemble the rough texture of the Borneo endemic earless monitor lizard's skin.


==== Flower Details ====
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==== Etymology ====
==== Etymology ====


The name 'dracopelta' is derived from Latin words meaning 'dragon' and 'shield', alluding to the plant's leaf texture&#8203;``【oaicite:1】``&#8203;.
The name 'dracopelta' is derived from Latin words meaning 'dragon' and 'shield', alluding to the plant's leaf texture.


==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
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=== Photos ===
=== Photos ===
[[File:Begonia_dracopelta_habitat.jpg|thumb|center|Begonia dracopelta in habitat]]


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

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B. dracopelta
Quick Species Info
Species dracopelta
Region Southeast Asia
Country Indonesia and Malaysia
Year published 2019
Date of Origin
Plant Type Shrub
Section Petermannia
Chr 2n

Species Information[edit]

Classification and Distribution[edit]

Begonia dracopelta is a species found in Kalimantan, Indonesia, and Sarawak, Malaysia. It is classified in the section Petermannia.

Habitat[edit]

This species grows on vertical moist rocks in waterfalls, a habitat which contributes to its unique leaf texture.

Characteristics[edit]

The leaves of B. dracopelta are strongly bullate and resemble the rough texture of the Borneo endemic earless monitor lizard's skin.

Flower Details[edit]

Needs more info.

Etymology[edit]

The name 'dracopelta' is derived from Latin words meaning 'dragon' and 'shield', alluding to the plant's leaf texture.

Comparison to Similar Species[edit]

It most closely resembles Begonia dinosauria but differs in the leaf texture and bullae.

References[edit]

The document provided and any additional references found in the full text related to the description of Begonia dracopelta.

Photos[edit]

External Links[edit]

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