| Angel wing begonia | |
| Genus: | Begonia |
| Breeder: | Eva Kenworthy Gray |
| Origin: | California |
The cane begonias are a group of Begonia cultivars. Their name derives from their tough, bamboo-like stems.[1] They can grow up to 10feet tall, which may necessitate staking. They are often ideal as houseplants when kept under control.[2]
Angel wing begonias are hybrid cane Begonias which resulted from a cross between Begonia aconitifolia and B. coccinea. The hybridization was made by California plant breeder Eva Kenworthy Gray in 1926.[3] The name derives from their pointed leaves.
The flowers are edible, with a sweet tart taste.
The dragon wing cultivars are sterile, cane forming Begonia × hybrida. They are very similar to Christmas candy begonias and angel wings.[4] [5] To guarantee that Begonia "Dragon Wing" and its companion plants grow in the same place, consider companion plants that have comparable light and water needs. Begonias require partial shade and well-draining soil, and should be watered on a regular basis but allowed to dry out somewhat between waterings.[6]
The superba begonias are cultivars of Begonia aconitifolia.