Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Begonia 'Harmony's Red Robin' is a small herbaceous plant growing about 20 cm tall. |
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| Foliage | Its asymmetrical leaves are burgundy-red with a black center and black margins. The leaf petioles are red as well. |
| Flowers | Its flowers are light pink, small and non-showy. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting, [Remarks] (This plant prefers high humidity. Do not over water as this can cause the plant to rot.) |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting, Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Black, Red |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Pink |
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Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32947 |
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| Species ID | 7361 |
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