Begonia decora

Plant Characteristics

Cultivation

Scientific Names
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Read about Begonia decora in the Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture
Begonia decora, Stapf. A small species of compact habit, allied to B. Rex: rhizome short, reddish green: Lvs. 3-4 in. long, ovate, rich reddish brown with prominent yellow-green veins: whole plant covered with thickset papillae and short hairs: fls. pink, comparatively large for so small a plant. Perak.—This plant thrives best in a stove. It is readily crossed with many other species, notably with B. Rex, and the offspring are amongst the finest ornamental foliage plants. The above text is from the Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture. It may be out of date, but still contains valuable and interesting information which can be incorporated into the remainder of the article. Click on "Collapse" in the header to hide this text.

Cultivation

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