Begonia burabod

**Quick Species Info**
Species	burabod
Region	South East Asia
Country	Philippines
Year published	2021
Date of Origin	Unknown
Plant Type	rhizomatous
Section	Baryandra
Chr 2n	Unknown

Species Information[edit]

Classification[edit]

Begonia burabod is a monoecious perennial herb found in the Municipality of Paranas, Samar Island, Philippines.

Distribution[edit]

This species is abundant on shaded and moist soil slopes at an elevation of 150 meters.

Characteristics[edit]

- Stem: Prostrate, brown, villous. - Stipules: Brownish pink to magenta, ovate-triangular, strongly keeled and villous abaxially. - Leaves: Alternate, with oblique ovate blades, irregularly angular margin, and white spots between veins on the upper surface. - Inflorescence: Axillary, bisexual, cymosely branching panicle. - Flowers: Staminate and pistillate flowers with distinct tepals and other features. - Capsule: Equal, rounded wings.

Etymology[edit]

The species is named after the Waray word "burabod," which means spring, reflecting its moist habitat.

Proposed Conservation Status[edit]

Begonia burabod is abundant, with numerous populations observed. According to IUCN criteria, it is proposed to be placed under the Least Concern (LC) category due to its widespread presence.

Photos[edit]

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References[edit]

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