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==== Comparison to Similar Species ==== | ==== Comparison to Similar Species ==== | ||
Compared | Compared Begonia rubrifolia,, Begonia culasiensis has larger lamina, longer petiole, lesser stamens, shorter anthers, and narrower (oblong vs. rhomboidal to orbicular) capsules. | ||
==== References ==== | ==== References ==== |
Latest revision as of 12:04, 30 October 2023
Species Information[edit]
Classification and Distribution[edit]
Begonia culasiensis is a species endemic to the Philippines, specifically found in the lowland forest at approximately 50 meters in elevation.
Habitat[edit]
Occurs in lowland forest at approximately 50 meters in elevation.
Characteristics[edit]
Monoecious rhizomatous herb. Notable for having oblongoid capsules, which is a unique characteristic among Philippine Begonias.
Flower Details[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Named for its locality, the Municipality of Culasi, where the new species was discovered.
Comparison to Similar Species[edit]
Compared Begonia rubrifolia,, Begonia culasiensis has larger lamina, longer petiole, lesser stamens, shorter anthers, and narrower (oblong vs. rhomboidal to orbicular) capsules.
References[edit]
"Three new species of Begonia sect. Baryandra from Panay Island, Philippines" by Ching-I Peng et al. (2017).
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External Links[edit]
Links to pages related to this species