• Begonia Aketajawensis
  • Begonia Aketajawensis
  • Begonia Aketajawensis
  • Begonia Aketajawensis
  • Begonia Aketajawensis
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Wilderly

Begonia Aketajawensis

$111.25 CAD
$111.25 CAD

Begonia aketajawensis is a distinctive species within the Begoniaceae family, native to the Aketajawe-Lolobata National Park in Halmahera, Indonesia. This species is recognized for its unique leaf morphology and flowering characteristics.

Key Characteristics:

  • Foliage: The leaves are asymmetrical, narrowly obovate to orbicular in shape, measuring approximately 8.8–12 cm in length and 8.3–11 cm in width. The upper surface is typically glabrous or sparsely hairy, while the lower surface is densely covered with branched hairs.

  • Flowers: Male flowers possess four white tepals, whereas female flowers have five to six white tepals tinged with pink, unequal in size. The ovaries are sparsely hairy or glabrous.

Habitat:

Begonia aketajawensis thrives on vertical moist rock surfaces, including limestone substrates, in half to full shade within secondary forests at elevations of 100–150 meters.

Cultivation Requirements:

  • Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.

  • Humidity: Requires high humidity levels, ideally between 70% and 90%.

  • Temperature: Thrives in temperatures ranging from 24°C to 28°C.

  • Soil: A well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil mix is recommended.

 
    Begonia Aketajawensis
    Begonia Aketajawensis
    Begonia Aketajawensis
    Begonia Aketajawensis
    Begonia Aketajawensis

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