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Begonia chloroneura is a rhizomatous species from Indonesia where it is typically found on vertical moist rock surfaces at altitudes of 100–150 meters. It thrives in half to full shade. Leaves are incredibly varied in terms of pattern and colour and has enormous female flowers for its leaf size. Prefers high humidity (>60%), 24-30C, and well-draining substrate.
| Species | B. chloroneura |
|---|---|
| Region | South East Asia |
| Country | Phillipines |
| Year published | 1999 |
| Date of Origin | 1997 |
| Plant Type | Rhizomatous |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n | - |
| Endangered Status | - |
| 🌡️ | 24 to 30C |
| 💦 | Higher Humidity (>60%) |
| Care notes | Well draining substrate |
Photo credit: T.TAN
Photo credit: T.TAN
Photo credit: T.TAN
| Species / Cultivar | B. chloroneura (previously U251) |
|---|---|
| Form Varieties | |
| Author | P.Wilkie & Sands, New Plantsman |
| Publication Date | 1999 |
| Date of Origin | 1997 |
| Place | Sierra Madre, Luzon Island, Isabela Province, Barangay San Jose |
| Habitat | In rock crevices by streams |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n | - |
| Plant Type | Rhizomatous |
| Synonyms and Comments | Etymology: Greek chloro (green) and neura (nerves) from the green veined leaves. |
| Apparently was collected in 1987 at Dalton Pass by J. Atwood, and distributed by Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. | |
| Reference | Tebbitt, Begonias pl.192. 2005; Hughes M. et al., Asian Begonia 57, 2018 |
| Description | Creeping habit. Rich red-brown leaves with showy chartreuse-green veins. Leaf blade covered short red hairs. |
|---|---|
| Male Flower | White |
| Female Flower | 5 tepals |
| Plant Hardiness |
| Sun Tolerance | Bright indirect light |
|---|---|
| Pests Diseases | |
| Temperature | 24 to 30C |
| Humidity | High Humidity (>60%) |
| Propagation Method | |
| Comments |
| Offspring of: | NA |
|---|---|
| Female Parent Of | B. Oasis |
| Male Parent Of | B. Pink Memory |
| In Cultivation? | Yes |
References: In Search of Small Things
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