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| Identification |
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Genus
Begonia
Species
x semperflorens-coltorum
Variety
Cultivar
Common names
wax begonia
bedding begonia
Family
BEGONIACEAE
Specimen number
S11229
Data source
HtZn p83
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| Life cycle |
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Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Perennial
Life span
3 - 10 years
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Flower
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
5" - 1' 4"
Overall spread
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| Climate |
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Sunshine
Partial to full shade
Water
Moist
Optimal soil texture
Fertile
Acceptable soil pH
Neutral
USDA hardiness
Above 40� F
AHS heat zones
Heat zones 12-01
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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| Garden |
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Suitable for gardens
yes
Nursery
Unknown
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
Unknown
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
This very tender plant can only survive nighttime temperatures of 40� Fahrenheit. Begonia x semperflorens-coltorum needs summer days with high heat. The optimal soil texture for Wax begonia (also known as bedding begonia) is one that is fertile. Partial to full shade is needed for this plant to do its best. It does well in moist soils.
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| Special qualities |
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Tolerates drought
yes
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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| Adverse factors |
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Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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| Herbal medicine |
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Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
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| Traditional uses |
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Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
Fragrance parts
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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| Cultivation |
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Propagule
Various
Pollination method
Planting style
Crop spacing
Row spacing
Cold frame
Planting period
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Heat requirement
Fertilizer
Typical
Time to harvest
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| Nutrition |
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Is edible
no
Culinary uses
Nutritional value
Edible parts
Description of edible parts
Flavor / texture
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| Horticulture |
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Horticulture notes
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| Herbarium |
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Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
Begonia x semperflorens-coltorum is a perennial. Leaves: Wax begonia (locally known in some parts as bedding begonia) has variegated leaves. This plant has glossy round leaves. Flowers: This species has a never-ending show of flower clusters. This long flowering plant is in bloom from April through October. Flowers are often found in such colors as red, white or pink.
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