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Begonia reniformis
Also called Pikonia, Grape-leaf begonia
Begonia reniformis is a perennial subshrub from central and eastern Brazil that can reach about 1.5 m, grown for its grape-like leaves and white flowers. It needs bright conditions without harsh midday sun and well-drained, moisture-retentive soil.
Begonia reniformis, the grape leaf begonia or grapeleaf begonia (a name it shares with Begonia dregei), is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae. It is native to central and eastern Brazil, and has been introduced to Hawaii. A perennial shrub with white flowers, it can reach 1.5 m (5 ft) tall.
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The care summary was written by AI (Claude, Anthropic) from the sources on this page, with general growing knowledge where they are silent. Check before relying on it.
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.
Pet safety from the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant lists.
