Begonia kotoensis
Hayata
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Description
A tropical herb in the Begoniaceae family with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Taiwan,
Notes
There are 900-1,000-1,500 Begonia species.
Synonyms
Possibly Begonia fenicis Merr.
References (2)
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 178 (As Begonia katoensis)
- Terra, G.J.A., 1973, Tropical Vegetables. Communication 54e Royal Tropical Institute, Amsterdam, p 29 (As Begonia katoensis)
