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Latest revision as of 17:26, 12 September 2023
Begonia murina Craib[edit]
Species Information[edit]
Classification and Distribution[edit]
Begonia murina Craib is a monoecious rhizomatous lithophytic herb found in Laos (Bolikhamxay, Khammouan) and Thailand.
Habitat[edit]
It is typically found on wet rocks with mosses near streams in dry evergreen forests and shaded cliffs of limestone karst.
Distribution[edit]
This species is distributed in Laos and Thailand.
Characteristics[edit]
- Height: Up to 15 cm tall. - Rhizome: Small globose tuber, smooth, light red to reddish-brown, 3–5 mm in diameter. - Leaves: Asymmetric, ovate to lanceolate, 5–6 × 8–9 cm, apex acute, base cordate, margin dentate, covered with sparse short hairs. - Flowers: Monoecious with staminate and pistillate flowers. Staminate flowers have 4 white tepals, while pistillate flowers have 2 or 3 white tepals.
Flower Details[edit]
- Staminate Flower:**
- Pedicel: 1.5–2.5 cm long, covered with glandular hairs. - Stamens: Bright yellow, 40−56.
- Pistillate Flower:**
- Pedicel: 1–1.2 cm long, glandular hairy.
Etymology[edit]
Comparison to Similar Species[edit]
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Care[edit]
No specific care instructions or tips for growing and maintaining Begonia murina Craib are provided.
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External Links[edit]
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