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Begonia cubensis
Begonia cubensis, also known as Cuban holly, is a species of perennial plant that belongs to the Begoniaceae. It is native to Cuba and its habit is an understory shrub. Its habitat range is from moist subtropical to tropical climates.
Begonia cubensis is known for its colorful flowers and attractive leaves. It has small wavy gray/green leaves and short, thin semi-woody stems. It grows in humid and hot places on a wide range of well-drained soils, from sand to clay loam. The plants are monoecious.
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Life form, climate and native range: World Checklist of Vascular Plants, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (CC BY 3.0), reformatted; see Plants of the World Online.
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