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| Category: Perennial |
| Family: Begoniaceae (Begonias) |
| Origin: Jamaica (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Year-round |
| Synonyms: [Begonia acuminata B. 'White Richmondensis'] |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 1-2 feet |
| Exposure: Light Shade/Part Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
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Begonia acutifolia (White Richmondensis Begonia) - A beautiful shade-loving (will take some sun on coast) perennial begonia with 3" long dark green leaves with red undersides. Clusters of delicate white flowers dangle from the branch tips throughout the year. Best performance when watered regularly and flowers tint pink if grown in sun. Moderate grower to 2' tall and equally wide. Hardy to 25-30 degrees F. We originally received this plant as Begonia 'White Richmondensis' to which it superficially resembles.It is more cascading in structure than the red-flowering Begonia richmondensis, has white flowers and smaller leaves w/o the red tones. A very nice container or hanging basket plant. Listed in Begonias: The Complete Reference Guide (Thompson & Thompson) as a small bare leafed everblooming shrub type.
The information on this page is based on research conducted in our nursery library and from online sources as well as from observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery's garden and in other gardens that we have observed it in. We also will incorporate comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have additional information, particularly if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that might aid others in growing Begonia acutifolia.
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