angel-wing begonia

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angel-wing begonia - South American fibrous-rooted begonias having prominent basal leaf lobes suggesting angels' wings and racemes of coral-red flowers

Begonia cocchinea

begonia - any of numerous plants of the genus Begonia grown for their attractive glossy asymmetrical leaves and colorful flowers in usually terminal cymes or racemes

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Angel-wing begonia: Easy-care houseplant that thrives in bright, indirect light.

Wish you were here: take home gardening tips from a European-style landscape on Mississippi's Riviera

Under the canopy of a vitex tree (otherwise known as lilac of the South), heavenly angel-wing begonias with silver freckles, stripes, and delicate pink and salmon blossoms answer Barbara's prayer for color in shady areas.