Begonia langbianensis
Begonia langbianensis
| Species | langbianensis |
|---|---|
| Region | Southeast Asia |
| Country | Vietnam |
| Year Described | 1930 |
| Plant Type | shrub |
| Section | Platycentrum |
| Chr 2n | 30 |
Species Information
Classification
Begonia langbianensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae. It is a member of section Platycentrum, which is characterized by its large, leaves with lobed margins.
Distribution
Begonia langbianensis is endemic to Vietnam, where it is found in the Langbian Highlands. It is typically found in forests and thickets at elevations of up to 2,000 m.
Habitat
Begonia langbianensis is a shade-loving plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is often found in association with streams and rivers.
Characteristics
Begonia langbianensis is a shrub that can grow up to 2 m tall. It has large, ovate leaves that are up to 40 cm long and 30 cm wide. The leaves are lobed at the margins and have a dark green color. The flowers of Begonia langbianensis are white or pink and are borne in clusters on long stalks.
Flower Details
The flowers of Begonia langbianensis are unisexual and monoecious, meaning that male and female flowers are borne on the same plant. The male flowers have two sepals and four stamens. The female flowers have three sepals and four sepals that are fused together to form an ovary. The ovary is three-winged and has a long, slender style.
Etymology
The specific epithet "langbianensis" refers to the Langbian Highlands, where this species is endemic.
Comparison to Similar Species
Begonia langbianensis is similar to Begonia palmata, but can be distinguished by its larger leaves and white or pink flowers. Begonia palmata has leaves that are up to 30 cm long and 20 cm wide, and its flowers are white or pink.
References
The Plant List: A Working List of All Plant Species. Version 1.1. 2013. Published on the Internet; http://www.theplantlist.org/ (accessed 1st January 2013). Flora of China Editorial Committee. 2007. Flora of China (Begoniaceae through Cucurbitaceae). 21: 1-992. Science Press, Beijing, China.
Photos
External Links
[Begonia langbianensis] at the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families
Categories
[Species or Hybrid] [Begonia Type] [Southeast Asia] [Vietnam] [Section Platycentrum]
