Begonia culasiensis
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B. culasiensis
| Species | Begonia culasiensis |
|---|---|
| Region | Asia |
| Country | Philippines |
| Year published | 2017 |
| Date of Origin | |
| Plant Type | rhizomatous |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n |
=== Species Information ===
==== Classification and Distribution ====
Begonia culasiensis is a species endemic to the Philippines, specifically found in the lowland forest at approximately 50 meters in elevation.
==== Habitat ====
Occurs in lowland forest at approximately 50 meters in elevation.
==== Characteristics ====
Monoecious rhizomatous herb. Notable for having oblongoid capsules, which is a unique characteristic among Philippine Begonias.
==== Flower Details ====
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==== Etymology ====
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==== Comparison to Similar Species ====
Compared to similar species, Begonia culasiensis has larger lamina, longer petiole, lesser stamens, shorter anthers, and narrower (oblong vs. rhomboidal to orbicular) capsules.
==== References ====
"Three new species of Begonia sect. Baryandra from Panay Island, Philippines" by Ching-I Peng et al. (2017).
=== Photos ===
File:Begoniaculasiensis.jpg
Begonia culasiensis and source
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