Begonia brevirimosa (Begonia brevirimosa)
Begonia brevirimosa is reported to have a shrub-like habit.
Overview
Begonia brevirimosa is reported to have a shrub-like habit.
Origin and habitat
Begonia brevirimosa is native to New Guinea. It is reported to occur abundantly in the understory of tropical rainforest. It is reported from a tropical rainforest environment.
Characteristics
Sources differ on mature height, giving a range of about 61–152 cm. The large leaves are glossy or metallic, with a bronze-green to dark-green base and vivid pink markings, stripes, or vein-like coloration; pink variegation can occur naturally. It is reported to have pink flowers.
Light
It is reported to prefer partial shade to bright, indirect light; it can accept bright light, but excessive direct sun should be avoided because it may scorch the leaves.
Watering
It is reported to need regular, moderate watering when the surface of the growing medium has dried slightly, while the medium remains moist but well drained.
Temperature and dormancy
A minimum temperature of about 0 °C is reported from a single source. It is reported for USDA hardiness zones in the range stated by the source. It is reported to be frost tender and should be kept above freezing.
Growing medium and mounting
It is reported to grow in moist, fertile, well-drained soil.
Common problems
Excessive direct sun is reported to scorch the leaves. It is reported to be sensitive to frost, so freezing conditions should be avoided.
Identification
Its most conspicuous features are natural vivid pink variegation on dark-green to bronze-green leaves and a pronounced glossy or metallic appearance.
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