Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
solananthera
ID:
826225

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. Bot., IV 11:128. (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000825559



Common Names

  • Begonia Solananthera
  • Solananthera Begonia
  • Solananthera-like Begonia


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Description

Begonia solananthera (also called Solanum Begonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae. It is native to the Ecuador and is found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has large, ovate, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Begonia solananthera is a popular houseplant that is known for its bright, colorful flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, making it an ideal choice for many climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Begonia solananthera has white flowers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Begonia solananthera can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Begonia solananthera

Begonia solananthera can be found in specialty nurseries and garden centers. It is also available online from various retailers.

Begonia solananthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Begonia solananthera?

Begonia solananthera

What is the common name of Begonia solananthera?

Solananthera Begonia

What type of plant is Begonia solananthera?

Tuberous Begonia

Species in the Begonia genus

Begonia buimontana, Begonia cupreata, Begonia gunnerifolia, Begonia hispida, Begonia huegelii, Begonia incisoserrata, Begonia isoptera, Begonia itupavensis, Begonia longivillosa, Begonia macra, Begonia mbangaensis, Begonia puttii, Begonia rutilans, Begonia taipeiensis, Begonia chungii, Begonia reichenheimii, Begonia rubellina, Begonia kribensis, Begonia nervosa, Begonia metachroa, Begonia kimusiana, Begonia pseudovaleri, Begonia moriana, Begonia Pilderia, Begonia Platycentrum, Begonia macahensis, Begonia Pritzelia, Begonia mouhotiana, Begonia Putzeysia, Begonia Quadrilobaria, Begonia multibulbillosa, Begonia purpurea, Begonia Quadriperigonia, Begonia lacei, Begonia Reichenheimia, Begonia Ridleyella, Begonia Rossmannia, Begonia Rostrobegonia, Begonia pedemontana, Begonia Ruizopavonia, Begonia peltata, Begonia pyrifolia, Begonia Scutobegonia, Begonia Sexalaria, Begonia madurensis, Begonia Solananthera, Begonia Squamibegonia, Begonia Stellandrae, Begonia edulis, Begonia Symbegonia,

Species in the Begoniaceae family

Begonia buimontana, Begonia cupreata, Begonia gunnerifolia, Begonia hispida, Begonia huegelii, Begonia incisoserrata, Begonia isoptera, Begonia itupavensis, Begonia longivillosa, Begonia macra, Begonia mbangaensis, Begonia puttii, Begonia rutilans, Begonia taipeiensis, Begonia chungii, Begonia reichenheimii, Begonia rubellina, Begonia kribensis, Begonia nervosa, Begonia metachroa, Begonia kimusiana, Begonia pseudovaleri, Begonia moriana, Begonia Pilderia, Begonia Platycentrum, Begonia macahensis, Begonia Pritzelia, Begonia mouhotiana, Begonia Putzeysia, Begonia Quadrilobaria, Begonia multibulbillosa, Begonia purpurea, Begonia Quadriperigonia, Begonia lacei, Begonia Reichenheimia, Begonia Ridleyella, Begonia Rossmannia, Begonia Rostrobegonia, Begonia pedemontana, Begonia Ruizopavonia, Begonia peltata, Begonia pyrifolia, Begonia Scutobegonia, Begonia Sexalaria, Begonia madurensis, Begonia Solananthera, Begonia Squamibegonia, Begonia Stellandrae, Begonia edulis, Begonia Symbegonia,