B. nigritarum cv. Tagay-tay Ridge
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Begonia nigritarum is a rhizomatous species from the Philippines, its name means black in latin. It has asymmetrical leaves, deep green/black in color with silver blotches, streaks or spots with almost a limitless number of patterns found all over the archipelago. Prefers moderate humidity (>50%) and well-draining substrate. Does best in bright light.
| Species | B. nigritarum |
|---|---|
| Region | South East Asia |
| Country | The Philippines |
| Year published | 1821 |
| Date of Origin | |
| Plant Type | Shrub-like |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n | - |
| Endangered Status | - |
| 🌡️ | 24 to 42 C |
| 💦 | Moderate Humidity (>50%) |
| Care notes | Well draining substrate with organic components. |
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| Species/ Cultivar | B. nigritarum |
|---|---|
| Form Varieties | |
| Author | Steudel |
| Publication Date | 1821 |
| Date of Origin | |
| Place | The Philippines |
| Habitat | These geophytes normally grows in wet tropical biomes, shady riversides, waterfalls occasionally exposed to the Sun. |
| Section | Baryandra |
| Chr 2n | |
| Plant Type | Rhizomatous |
| Synonyms and Comments | B. capensis, Begonia merrillii, Begonia rhombicarpa, Begonia rhombicarpa var. lobii |
| Reference |
| Description | Begonia nigritarum is a rhizomatous species from the Philippines, its name means black in latin. It has asymmetrical leaves, deep green/black in color with silver blotches, streaks or spots with almost a limitless number of patterns found all over the archipelago. |
|---|---|
| Male Flower | |
| Female Flower | |
| Plant Hardiness | Does best in bright light, however the ones with darker colors like black and deep purple prefers shade versus the more patterned variants. |
| Sun Tolerance | Bright, indirect light |
|---|---|
| Pests Diseases | Scales, Mealy Bugs, Army Catterpilars |
| Temperature | 24-42 C |
| Humidity | Moderate Humidity (>50%) |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Leaf and Rhizome cuttings |
| Comments | One of the most widespread species across the Philippines. Size and color is highly variable. |
| Offspring of: | n/a |
|---|---|
| Female Parent Of | |
| Male Parent Of | |
| In Cultivation? | Yes |
References: https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105272-1
Photo Credits: M.N. Maceda