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Begonia nothobaramensis is a Borneo species under section Petermannia. It is an iridescent species, albeit its iridescence can only be seen on-camera with flash. It has peltate asymmetrical leaves that have subtle white edges. It grows readily in terrariums but it is prone to having its leaf tips “melt” even in terrarium conditions, meaning it can be difficult to grow a pristine specimen of this plant that is free of leaf damages.
| Species | B. nothobaramensis |
|---|---|
| Region | South East Asia |
| Country | Malaysia |
| Year published | 2015 |
| Date of Origin | 2014 |
| Plant Type | Shrub-like |
| Section | Petermannia |
| Chr 2n | Unknown |
| Endangered Status | Unknown |
| 🌡️ | 18°C to 30°C |
| 💦 | Moderate Humidity (>50%) |
| Care notes | This species does well in terrariums. Similar to B. sp Sarawak and B. lichenora, this species will become more iridescent in low-light environments. |
It is a rapid grower that can be propagated both from stem cuttings and also leaf wedges.
B. nothobaramensis roots and grows well in a 1:1 mix of sphagnum moss and perlite. Its root systems are large and spread rapidly. |
Photo Credits: Eiw Tse Xiang
Photo Credits: Eiw Tse Xiang
Photo Credits: Eiw Tse Xiang
| Species/ Cultivar | B. nothobaramensis |
|---|---|
| Form Varieties | Unknown |
| Author | Forest Research Centre, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia |
| Publication Date | 2015 |
| Date of Origin | 2014 |
| Place | Malaysia |
| Habitat | Unknown |
| Section | Petermannia |
| Chr 2n | Unknown |
| Plant Type | Cane-like |
| Synonyms and Comments | - |
| Reference | Sandakania vol. 20 |
| Description | Small cane-like begonia |
|---|---|
| Male Flower | - |
| Female Flower | - |
| Plant Hardiness | Hardy in terrarium conditions |
| Sun Tolerance | Low to medium light, never full sun |
|---|---|
| Pests Diseases | Unknown |
| Temperature | 18°C to 30°C |
| Humidity | Moderate Humidity (>50%) |
| Propagation Method | Seed, leaf and stem cuttings |
| Comments | - |
| Offspring of: | - |
|---|---|
| Female Parent Of | - |
| Male Parent Of | - |
| In Cultivation? | Yes |
References: https://forest.sabah.gov.my/images/pdf/publication/sandakania/Sandakania.20.pdf
Photo Credits: Eiw Tse Xiang