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BEGONIA
INFO + CARE

genus: Begonia L.
type: perennial shrubs, rhizomes, herbaceous perennials (see CULTURE)
family: Begoniaceae
native range: in South and Central America, Africa, and southern Asia
zone: 10 to 12
height: 20 to 120 cm
spread: 20 to 80cm
type species: Begonia obliqua L.
bloom time: flowers freely
bloom description: varies among species
sun: part sun to shade
water: medium to wet
maintenance: medium
soil type: loose, well-draining, 'breathing' potting mix
toxicity: toxic to pets, toxic in large quantities to humans
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