Begonia acerifolia
| Species | Begonia acerifolia |
|---|---|
| Region | South America |
| Country | Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia |
| Year published | 1825 |
| Date of Origin | |
| Plant Type | Thick Stem |
| Section | Knesebeckia |
| Chr 2n | 28, 32 |
Species Information
Classification and Distribution
Begonia acerifolia belongs to the Begoniaceae family and is native to the Andean region of South America, specifically Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Habitat
This species thrives in subtropical or tropical conditions, inhabiting moist montane forests and dry shrublands.
Characteristics
Begonia acerifolia is a perennial plant with thick, fleshy, reddish-brown stems. The large, palmately-lobed leaves resemble maple leaves, hence the common name. White flowers with yellow centers bloom on branched inflorescences.
Flower Details
- Color: White with yellow center
- Arrangement: Branched inflorescence
- Flowering Time: Varies, but typically blooms in late spring or early summer
Etymology
The specific epithet "acerifolia" is derived from the Latin words "acer" (maple) and "folium" (leaf), referring to the resemblance of the leaves to those of a maple tree.
Comparison to Similar Species
Begonia acerifolia is similar to Begonia aconitifolia
References
https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:104107-1 https://ibegonias.filemakerstudio.com.au/browserecord.php?-action=browse&-recid=175&p=photo&-photonum=4&-recnum=2
