Begonia pteridiformis
Begonia pteridiformis[edit]
Species Information[edit]
Classification and Distribution[edit]
Begonia pteridiformis is a perennial monoecious herb endemic to Peninsular Thailand. It belongs to Begonia sect. Parvibegonia, which is known for its tuberous habit and 2-locular fruits with enlarged wings.
Habitat[edit]
This begonia species thrives in wet limestone areas, particularly in deeply shaded regions within dry evergreen forests. It can be found at altitudes ranging from 30 to 100 meters.
Distribution[edit]
Begonia pteridiformis is endemic to Peninsular Thailand.
Characteristics[edit]
Begonia pteridiformis is characterized by its unique appearance, with leaves arranged in a manner that resembles a pinnate compound leaf of a fern. It has 8-30 narrowly lanceolate leaves per plant, each with a dentate margin and a caudate or acuminate apex.
Flower Details[edit]
The staminate flowers have 4 plain white tepals, and the androecium is zygomorphic, shaped like a bunch of bananas, with 10-12 yellow stamens. The pistillate flowers have unequal tepals, two styles fused at the base, and a kidney-shaped stigmatic band.
Etymology[edit]
The specific epithet "pteridiformis" is derived from the characteristic leaf arrangement of this species, which resembles the appearance of a fern frond.
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Ecology[edit]
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Notes[edit]
Begonia pteridiformis is unique within its section due to its large number of leaves, their narrowly lanceolate shape, and their arrangement that resembles fern fronds.
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