Common names:
Bolivian Begonia
Begonia

Data specific to Begonias (Edit)
Plant Types: Cane Stem – Mallet

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle: Other
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 2
Leaves: Broadleaf
Flowers: Malodorous
Flower Color: Russet
Flower Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Underground structures: Caudex
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Propagation: Other methods: Layering
Bulbs
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status: Least Concern (LC)

In only 4 hours of morning filtered sun then bright light

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