Begonia convolvulacea
Morning Glory Begonia
Also known as: Begonia geniculata Vell. +5 more
- Begonia geniculata Vell.
- Begonia rugosa Klotzsch
- Begonia unialata C.DC. ex Huber
- Wageneria convolvulacea Klotzsch
- Wageneria rugosa Klotzsch
- Wageneria schottiana Klotzsch
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Begoniaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.
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Begonia convolvulacea (commonly known as Morning-Glory Begonia) is a climbing plant within the Begoniaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil South, Brazil Southeast
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Jamaica, Puerto Rico