Begonia Family (Noun)
Meaning
Monoecious succulent herbs or shrubs of tropical and warm regions especially America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The begonia family comprises over 2000 species of monoecious succulent herbs or shrubs primarily found in tropical and warm regions especially America.
- Begonia family is widely distributed in tropical regions with the majority of species found in Central and South America.
- Most begonia family members thrive in warm humid environments which makes greenhouses ideal for their cultivation.
- One of the distinct characteristics of the begonia family is their ability to grow asymmetrical leaves in a wide variety of shapes and sizes.
- Horticulturists often prefer cultivating plants from the begonia family due to their low maintenance requirements and vibrant foliage.