Plants in family begoniaceae
Begonia bowerae 'Tiger Paws'
Featuring striking foliage of small, chocolate to bronze-red leaves with bright green, paw-like markings and white eyelash-like hairs on the edges, this plant is great for both indoor and outdoor settings and grows relatively rapidly.
Begonia rex 'Silver Dollar'
Begonia rex 'Silver Dollar' is an ornamental plant with large, almost circular leaves featuring striking silver and green patterns. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistently moist soil, making it a popular choice for indoor gardens.
Begonia 'Bandit'
This rhizomatous begonia features deep rusty leaves and is suitable as a houseplant in moderate to bright, indirect light.
Begonia chitoensis 'Bswj1954'
Begonia chitoensis 'Bswj1954' is a succulent plant with 10-inch rounded leaves and a thick rhizome, forming a 2-foot tall and wide clump. It produces pink flowers starting in late summer and thrives in moist, well-drained woodland soil.
Begonia pearcei
Begonia pearcei, discovered in the Bolivian Andes, is a significant plant in the hybridization of Begonia × tuberhybrida. It features dark green, velvety leaves with marked veins and small, bright yellow flowers, contributing to the development of yellow-flowered begonias.
Begonia grandis 'Pink Teardrops'
Begonia grandis 'Pink Teardrops' forms clumps up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with green foliage and bright pink flowers from June through September. It reproduces by bulbils in leaf axils and prefers part shade to bright shade with average moisture.
Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity'
Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity' is a plant developed by Thurman Maness, featuring dark olive drab leaves with brilliant red backs. It blooms clusters of pink flowers from July to frost and spreads by tiny bulbils in stem axils, making it a unique addition to shaded gardens.
Begonia 'On Top Sunset Shades'
Begonia 'On Top Sunset Shades' is a compact plant with large orange and yellow blooms, growing up to 12 inches tall. It has a mounded habit and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings. This begonia is known for its vibrant colors and is a popular choice for adding a splash of color to gardens and patios.
Begonia 'Picotee Sunburst'
This plant offers nonstop blooms from spring until frost, featuring dramatic yellow flowers with red edging. It is perfect for hanging baskets and has improved heat tolerance, attracting butterflies and bees.
Begonia 'Buttercup'
Begonia 'Buttercup' is a hybrid plant with a bullate texture on its saucer-like leaves, making it ideal for terrariums. It is a cross between Begonia staudtii and Begonia prismatocarpa, thriving in moderate, indirect light and high humidity. This plant's small size and unique leaf texture make it a charming addition to indoor plant collections, particularly in terrarium settings.
Begonia 'Million Kisses Honeymoon'
Begonia 'Million Kisses Honeymoon' is a trailing begonia with warm-colored blooms that thrives in bright, indirect light or light morning sun. It requires consistent moisture and is known for its better branching and early blooming. This plant can grow up to 36 inches wide and 12 inches tall, making it a vibrant addition to any garden or patio.
Begonia 'Tiny Gem'
This begonia has a compact and branching growth habit with white blooms. It prefers bright, indirect light and moderately moist soil, making it suitable as a houseplant or for use in vivariums and terrariums.
Begonia wadei
Begonia wadei is a thick-stemmed species native to Coron, Philippines, known for growing in limestone rock cracks. It has light green leaves with dark veins and blooms with bright pink flowers in spring, summer, and fall. This begonia is a unique addition to collections due to its specific habitat and striking appearance.
Begonia quinquealata
Begonia quinquealata is a densely hairy herb endemic to Palawan, Philippines, with long creeping rhizomes. It has thickly chartaceous, widely ovate leaves with a green upper surface and denticulate margin. The plant features red scabrous ovaries and 5-winged capsules, making it a unique addition to collections.
Begonia emeiensis 'Djhc98479'
Begonia emeiensis is a hardy perennial from China's Mt. Emei, known for its large green leaves and bright pink flowers that bloom in October. This plant forms a wide clump and is unique for its ability to propagate from leaf warts in early fall. It thrives in light shade and is resistant to rabbits, making it suitable for dry or rain garden settings. Its attractive flowers also draw butterflies, adding to its appeal in a garden setting.
Begonia 'Red Dragon Wing'
Begonia 'Red Dragon Wing' is a shade-loving plant that grows up to 15 inches tall. It is known for its excellent heat tolerance and wing-like, glossy green leaves. This plant blooms almost constantly and is ideal for hanging baskets and large containers.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Overspray'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Overspray' is a unique rhizomatous hybrid with darker green-purple leaves and light white dots. The edges of the leaves are purple, with a red underside. It prefers bright, indirect light and grows to 6 to 8 inches tall.