Begonia U062, a lesser-known cultivar, often mistaken for Begonia Maurice Amey, is an impressive begonia variety with large shrub-like growth. Its leaves are a captivating metallic pink color with subtle silver spots, while the prominent veins exhibit a dark olive green hue. On the underside, the leaf is dark red. This begonia species grows rapidly and readily branches. Its flowers, which appear in small clusters, showcase a vibrant pink color. The leaf color of Begonia U062 varies significantly, ranging from deep red to silver, with a wide spectrum of shades in between. This variation is influenced by the amount of light it receives, becoming more silver in appearance with less light exposure.
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Genus name was established in mid 18th century: modern Latin, named in honour of the French administrator and amateur botanist Michel Bégon (1638–1710) by the botanist Charles Plumier (1646–1704), who discovered the plant on the island of Santo Domingo.
Begonia U062
Begonia sp. U062 is approx. 30 cm tall and comes in a ⌀ 12 cm pot.
