Begonia × semperflorens cv.

Wax Begonia

Description

1. Common name(s): Wax Begonia, Bedding Begonia, Perpetual Begonia
2. Botanical name: Begonia × semperflorens cv.
3. Family: Begoniaceae
4. Origin: The wild forms (Begonia cucullata, B. schmidtiana) are native to South America.
5. Height: 20 to 40 centimeters
6. USDA zone: 12 (50 °F/10 °C)
7. Toxic for pets: Yes, some begonias contain oxalate.