Begonia xanthina explained

Begonia xanthina is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae, native to the eastern Himalayas, Assam, and southwestern Yunnan in China.[1] A rhizomatous geophyte reaching, it is typically found growing near streams on rocky forested hills up to in elevation.[2] It resembles Begonia rex, but with yellow flowers and scattered light green splotches on the leaves.[2]

Notes and References

  1. 106034-1 . Begonia xanthina Hook. . 4 July 2023 .
  2. Web site: Begonia xanthina J.D.Hooker . . 20 August 2021 . nparks.gov.sg . Flora Fauna Web . 4 July 2023 . Common Name: 黄瓣秋海棠 .