Wax Begonia
NameWax Begonia
Species NameBegonia semperflorens
Common NameWax Begonia
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNone (growing in ground)
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, no woody trunk
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)12
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesSmall, waxy green leaves with a slightly ruffled margin and clusters of small, single white flowers with yellow centers.
Description
This image displays a young Wax Begonia plant, characterized by its vibrant green, glossy leaves with ruffled edges and delicate white flowers. It is growing naturally in the ground and is not currently cultivated as a bonsai specimen, though its upright growth habit could conceptually align with an informal-upright style if it were to be trained.
