The cane begonias are a group of ''

Begonia ''Begonia'' is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae. The genus contains more than 2,000 different plant species. The Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates. Some species are commonly grown ind ...

'' cultivars. Their name derives from their tough,

bamboo Bamboos are a diverse group of evergreen perennial flowering plants making up the subfamily Bambusoideae of the grass family Poaceae. Giant bamboos are the largest members of the grass family. The origin of the word "bamboo" is uncertain, bu ...

-like stems. They can grow up to tall, which may necessitate staking. They are often ideal as houseplants when kept under control.

Classification

Angel wing

Angel wing begonias are hybrid cane ''

''s which resulted from a cross between '' Begonia aconitifolia'' and '' B. coccinea''. The hybridization was made by California plant breeder Eva Kenworthy Gray in 1926. The name derives from their pointed leaves. The flowers are edible, with a sweet tart taste.

Dragon wing

The dragon wing cultivars are sterile, cane forming ''Begonia × hybrida.'' They are very similar to Christmas candy begonias and angel wings. 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.

Superba

The superba begonias are cultivars of ''Begonia aconitifolia.''

References

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External links

Plant Profiles: Angel-wing Begonia a "heavenly" plant
Chicago Botanic Garden
BEGONIACEAE - BEGONIA FAMILY
Aggie Horticulture

Begonia House plants {{Cucurbitales-stub