Data specific to Begonias (Edit)
Originator: Atsuyuki Ashizawa
Date of Origin: 1980
Plant Types: Rhizomatous

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 12
Plant Height: 4 to 6 inches
Plant Spread: 4 to 6 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Other: Light green with irregular brown margins, spiral shape..
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Year Round
Underground structures: Rhizome
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Terrariums
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Division
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Parentage: N. B. 102 x Baby Perfection

Common names
  • Rhizomatous Begonia
  • Begonia

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