Begonia

Begonias

Colour

red, pink, white, yellow, orange, and more.

Varieties

Message of the Flower

Balance

The Mother’s Comment

Each seeks his own balance in order to stabilise himself.

Message of the Flower

Perfect Balance

The Mother’s Comment

One of the most important conditions of a growing peace.

Message of the Flower

Psychic Balance

The Mother’s Comment

Under the psychic influence, all activity becomes balanced.

Message of the Flower

Perfect Psychic Balance

The Mother’s Comment

On the way to transformation.

Message of the Flower

Mental Balance

The Mother’s Comment

Mind governed by reason.

Message of the Flower

Perfect Mental Balance

The Mother’s Comment

Indispensable for facing the difficulties of life.

Message of the Flower

Integral Balance

The Mother’s Comment

It multiplies itself so as not to be static.

Message of the Flower

Perfect Integral Balance

The Mother’s Comment

One is ready for transformation.

Family

Begoniaceae

Cultivars

Dragon Wing', 'Nonstop', 'Rex', 'Big', 'Bonfire', 'Escargot', 'Illumination', 'Super Olympia', 'Whopper', 'Angel Wing'.

Person who named the flower

Michel Begon, a French governor of the Caribbean who was a patron of botany.

Flower Size

small to large.

Flower Texture

smooth to textured

Number of Petals

five

Floral Symmetry

radial

Fragrance of Flower

Some Begonia species have fragrant flowers, while others are not fragrant.

Leaf Texture

smooth, textured, or even patterned, depending on the species.

Leaf Arrangement

arranged alternately on the stem.

Leaf Color

green, red, or other colors

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

herbaceous plants, shrubs, or even small trees, depending on the species and cultivar.

Life Cycle

typically perennial plants, but some are grown as annuals in colder regions.

Blooming Period

throughout the growing season, but specific periods vary by species and cultivar.

Climate

wide range of climates, from tropical to temperate regions.

Water Requirements

well-drained soil and regular watering.

Soil Type

well-drained

Temperature Ranges

moderate temperatures and may not tolerate frost.

Sun or Shade

partial to full shade, although some varieties can tolerate more sunlight.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

common garden pests

Pollinators

Various insects, including bees

Habitat

cultivated plants but are not typically found in the wild.

Role in the Ecosystem

primarily grown for ornamental purposes and do not have a specific ecological role.

Ornamental

Begonias are widely grown as ornamental plants in gardens and indoor settings.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Begonias are primarily used for decorative purposes.

Endangered Status

not considered endangered

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