begonia
noun
be·go·nia
bi-ˈgō-nyə 
: any of a large genus (Begonia of the family Begoniaceae, the begonia family) of tropical or subtropical herbs and shrubs that have asymmetrical leaves and are widely cultivated as ornamentals
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Though several portions of the gardens are being worked on, an orchid alley that was created while the conservancy is under construction awaits visitors, as well as part of the garden’s begonia collection.
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Heather McRea, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
Specialties include houseplants, begonias, succulents, and coleus.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Many varieties require full sun, but some—like begonias and ranunculus—can also handle partial sun.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Because of their waxy leaves, begonias thrive in humid summers in the South.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
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Heather McRea, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
Specialties include houseplants, begonias, succulents, and coleus.
—Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Many varieties require full sun, but some—like begonias and ranunculus—can also handle partial sun.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Because of their waxy leaves, begonias thrive in humid summers in the South.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
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begonia
noun
be·go·nia
bi-ˈgō-nyə
: any of a large genus of tropical herbs often grown for their colorful leaves and bright waxy flowers
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