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| species = cleopatrae | | species = cleopatrae | ||
| region = South East Asia | | region = South East Asia | ||
| country = Philippines | | country = Philippines | ||
| year_published = | | year_published = 2010 | ||
| Date_of_Origin = | | Date_of_Origin = 1998 | ||
| plant_type = rhizomatous | | plant_type = rhizomatous | ||
| section = | | section = Baryandra | ||
| Chr_2n = | | Chr_2n = 30 | ||
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=== Species Information === | === Species Information === | ||
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==== Comparison to Similar Species ==== | ==== Comparison to Similar Species ==== | ||
Begonia cleopatrae is similar to [https://begonia.wiki/index.php/Begonia_gironellae Begonia gironellae] which is another species from northern Palawan. Begonia gironellae however can be distinguished by its shorter rhizome, congested internodes, widely triangular stipules, and other morphological differences. | Begonia cleopatrae is similar to [https://begonia.wiki/index.php/Begonia_gironellae Begonia gironellae] which is another species from northern Palawan. [https://begonia.wiki/index.php/Begonia_gironellae Begonia gironellae] however can be distinguished by its shorter rhizome, congested internodes, widely triangular stipules, and other morphological differences. | ||
==== References ==== | ==== References ==== | ||
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=== External Links === | === External Links === | ||
There are no known external links related to Begonia cleopatrae. | There are no known external links related to Begonia cleopatrae. | ||
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[[Category:Species]] | [[Category:Species]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:rhizomatous]] | ||
[[Category:Philippines]] | [[Category:Philippines]] | ||
[[Category:Palawan]] | [[Category:Palawan]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Baryandra]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:49, 30 October 2023
| Species | cleopatrae |
|---|---|
| Region | South East Asia |
| Country | Philippines |
| Year published | 2010 |
| Date of Origin | 1998 |
| Plant Type | rhizomatous |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n | 30 |
Species Information[edit]
Classification[edit]
Begonia cleopatrae is a low-growing lithophytic herb endemic to Cleopatra’s Needle in the Philippines, particularly on Palawan island.
Distribution[edit]
This species is exclusively found in Cleopatra’s Needle on Palawan island, at altitudes of approximately 400 meters.
Habitat[edit]
Begonia cleopatrae thrives in a lithophytic habitat, typically growing flattened against vertical rocks.
Characteristics[edit]
- Stem: Thin, around 3 mm wide, with reddish-brown hairs. - Stipules: Lanceolate, about 6 x 3 mm, often glabrous. - Leaves: Appressed to the substrate, coriaceous, ovate to broadly subovate, asymmetric, with palmate venation. - Inflorescence: Cymose, bisexual, axillary, with approximately 10 flowers. - Flowers: Male and female flowers similar, with distinctive tepals. - Fruit: Red when immature, drying pale brown, with 2 locules and bifid placentae.
Flower Details[edit]
Detailed information about the flower structure is provided in the Characteristics section.
Etymology[edit]
The species is named after its collection locality, Cleopatra’s Needle.
Comparison to Similar Species[edit]
Begonia cleopatrae is similar to Begonia gironellae which is another species from northern Palawan. Begonia gironellae however can be distinguished by its shorter rhizome, congested internodes, widely triangular stipules, and other morphological differences.
References[edit]
List of references used to gather information about Begonia cleopatrae.
Care[edit]
Specific care instructions or tips for growing and maintaining Begonia cleopatrae are not available.
Photos[edit]
Additional photos of Begonia cleopatrae can be included here.
External Links[edit]
There are no known external links related to Begonia cleopatrae.
