Professional Documents
Culture Documents
ISSN 0096-8684
The
Begonian
Publication of the American Begonia Society
To standardize the
nomenclature of begonias.
2 The Begonian
Contents
4 President’s Message
5 ABS 2020 Convention
Begonias on My
Mind
6 Inspired By Begonias
Melbourne,
FWBG terrarium room north. See pg 8 Australia 2020
8 2020 SWR Get-Together
in Fort Worth, Texas
Cowboys, Culture
and Begonias!
12 Rooting DIY
14 Begonia U 043
16 Begonia tropaeolifolia A.
DC.
22 Buxton Branch
American Begonia
Society – Annual
Show and Sale
25 Lauritzen Gardens: A
Reality of Dreamers
33 ABS Bookstore
Begonia U043 pg 14
34 2019 The Begonian
Index
37 A Useful IDB Tip
Begonias and "companion plants" at Lauritzen Gardens (below) in the Marjorie K. Daugherty
Conservatory (above, right). Lauritzen Gardens is in Omaha, NE - in the heart of the beautiful
Loess Hills. Photos by Jane Cigard
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ABS 2020 Convention
Begonias on My Mind
Atlanta, Georgia
Hello Members & Friends,
The ABS Greater Atlanta Branch is busy planning the 2020 National Convention to be
held September 8–12, 2020 at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Airport Hotel. We will have the
Registration and events for each day published by March 31, 2020. Please check the ABS
website https://www.begonias.org/events/events.htm for details.
We are planning events to include tours of members’ homes and private gardens along
with guided tours to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens, Atlanta Botanical
Garden, Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park, Gibbs Gardens, The Carter Library,
Civil Rights Museum, the CNN Center, Atlanta History Center and the Georgia Aquarium.
The speakers will present topics for growing begonias, planting begonia seed and
begonia conservation. We will also enjoy a dinner banquet, the begonia show and the
sale of beautiful begonias.
Hotel registration is now available at the following link: https://book.passkey.
com/e/50015819
Free Shuttle from the Atlanta Airport is provided to the hotel, along with Wi-Fi and a
$7.00 per day parking fee.
We hope you are planning to come and share a wonderful experience and a week of
fun in Atlanta, Georgia!
We look forward to seeing you in September.
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www.taylorgreenhouses.com
Printed list available for $1.00
Over 650 Varieties of Begonias
Also Coleus, Epiphyllum, scented Geraniums, Streptocarpus, and more.
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•The Fitzroy Gardens Conservatory
which will be filled with begonias
•The Robert Clark Conservatory in
Ballarat in regional Victoria
•Gardenworld Nursery & Garden
Centre in Keysborough
•Two private Member’s Gardens.
All tours will include lunch.
Speaker panel:
Not surprisingly there is a sensational Plant Sales:
collection of speakers from Australia and Always a major highlight when begonia
overseas. growers get together, there will also be
Overseas speakers: plant sales stalls generously stocked with
• Johanna Zinn - Topic: ‘African Species’ hybrids specifically grown for the Con-
• Yu Pin – Topic: ‘Beyond Beautiful vention.
Palawan’ Expert Panel
• Mike Flaherty - Topic: ‘Begonia Shows Clearly one of the many reasons for at-
California Style’ tending a Convention is to learn from the
•Don Miller – Topic: ‘ The Species at the experts and so it is pleasing to announce
Fort Worth Botanic Gardens’ that there will be a panel of experts to
• Dan Heims – Topic: ‘The Begonias of field questions and to engage in general
Terra Nova’ discussions.
• Antoon Hoefnagels – Topic: TBC Not hard to see that the AABS Con-
Australian Speakers: vention - Inspired By Begonias - will be
• Ross Bolwell - Topic: TBC a must attend event for begonia lovers
• Marilyn Watson – Topic: PALS from near and far who are expected to
Workshops: flock to Melbourne in droves.
Three well-known begonia experts will Do make sure you are one of them!
present workshops within the program.
• John Clare – a hybridizer from Bunda- Registration:
berg in Queensland. Registration including accommoda-
• Carmel Browne – a top grower, also from tion will be online only until 1st March
sunny Queensland. 2020. (http://melbournebegoniasociety.
• Johanna Zinn – Terrariums. com) under ‘Events’, AABS Convention,
Registration
Gala Dinner:
If you don’t have internet access our
Another highlight of the program will be a
Convention Treasurer Rob Sims (613)
Gala Dinner presenting an opportunity to don
9484 6916 will complete the form with
the glad rags and ‘strut your stuff.' In addition,
you over the phone.
there will be an exciting auction, offering a
chance to acquire something really special. Janeen Randle, Convention Co-ordinator
Cultivation and
Appreciation of
Wild Begonias
Editors-in-Chief You-Fang Ding, Wan-Qi Zhang,
Wen-Ke Dong, Wen-Guang Wang, Zhong-Xuan Wang, et al
Hardback edition. 324 pages, 7.75” x 10.5”
$75 Donation includes free shipping continental USA
Wen-Ke Dong (Victor Dawn) authored a few chapters in the
book. He also wrote an article for The Begonian on the recent
International Botanical Congress in Shenzhen, China.
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Begonias, Gesneriads &
Other Tropical Plants
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4 5
• Make an easy propagation box using a the mix in the bottom of the container.
clear sweater box with a lid (Figs 3–5). Cuttings, leaf wedges, or leaf vein cut-
A medium height box works well for tings can be directly pushed into the
most cuttings. Taller boxes are avail- moist sphagnum mix, where the roots
able or turn one box upside down on can roam. To root something in its own
top of another box for those BIG cut- container, it’s potted up and set on top
tings. My favorite sweater box method of the mix inside the sweater box. The
is to mix coarse perlite and moist lid gets popped on and the whole thing
sphagnum and put about 2 inches of sits to one side of my light cart.
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Prominent, red, scale-like trichomes ( Fig 1) on the stems of Begonia U043 are a striking feature
and one which endears this plant. In my experience, the newest leaves have the brightest scales
(Fig 2). They fade as the leaf ages. For a picture of the foliage see page 3 and back cover.
Information and photos from Editor.
vol 87 January/February 2020 15
Begonia tropaeolifolia A. DC.
David Mellard and Mariana DiVita, Atlanta, GA
First printed in the Fall edition of the Atlanta Begonian,
the newsletter of the Greater Atlanta Branch of the American Begonia Society
1a 1b
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noon summer temperatures briefly rise to to get established but now, a year-and-a-
90°F for a few hours but then return to 70°F half later, is growing well and creeping
from evaporative cooling. Daytime winter around and actually invading nearby pots
temperatures typically range 70°F – 79°F and throwing down roots (Fig 2).
with nighttime temperatures set at 58°F, at I shared a cutting with Mariana DiVita in
least in the coldest months from Decem- June, and she established it quickly (within
ber to February. The plant is fertilized at a few months) in moist sphagnum moss in
about 150 ppm nitrogen a couple of times a terrarium under LED lights. She reports
a month using the Michigan State K-lite it’s an easy and fast grower, that it likes to
fertilizer. This fertilizer is designed for grow up the sides of the glass terrarium,
orchids and has reduced potassium. I find and has never been fertilized. She may add
it’s a particularly good fertilizer for terres- some tree bark to help anchor the plant as
trial orchids and so use it on everything. it rambles. One of the unusual things she
I suspect this fertilizer is not critical for likes about this Begonia is the individual
genera like Begonia. The plant was slow silver/white hair that comes out of the spot
Fig 3 An individual silver/white hair comes out of each spot on the leaf. This can be easily seen on
the roundish leaf, bottom center.
Photos 4–6 Fig 8 B. tropaeolifolia growing in a terrarium with driftwood to support runners.
(https://www.mountainorchids.com)
on the leaf (Fig 3). The rest of the leaf is under lights). Shockingly, a cutting on
smooth and hairless. She reports that leaf e-Bay recently went for $100, so Mariana
color in her plant varies from browns to and I are both thinking Christmas money.
shades of green, giving the plant an almost Begonia tropaeolifolia belongs to section
camouflaged look against the sphagnum. Gobenia, which is characterized by a creep-
New leaf growth is reddish in color and ing growth habit (Figs 4–6). Plants in3 this
then turns greener as it matures (at least section are found in the South American
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Andean region. The Gobenia section, which con-
sists of at least 16 or so species, is notorious for
leaves melting away in culture, possibly from too
much moisture on the leaves from what I’ve read.
I’ve also read that the leaves will drop if the plant’s
roots are disturbed, which I’m about to find out
because it’s time to transfer my plant to a single
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large pot that can accommodate runners.
Most of the species in section Gobenia have
peltate leaves, meaning the stem supporting the
leaf is attached to the underneath surface instead
of at the base or margin (Fig 7). Species in section
Gobenia can be terrestrial or epiphytic, the later
requiring a consistent source of water either from
year-round rainfall or by being next to a waterfall
or a seep.
Section Gobenia is set apart from other Begonia
sections by the flexible creeping (sometimes climb-
ing) stem with peltate leaves. Female flowers have
5 to 7 very small tepals and either 3- or 4-celled
ovaries, which are covered by small bracts. Most 5
species have capsules with unequal wings. Inflo-
rescences can have 1 to 3 flowers or have many
flowers, which in some species are borne on special
branches in the axils of leaves. It’s not clear whether
inflorescences can be either male or female or
whether the inflorescence can carry both male and
female flowers at the same time. Some of the other
species in the Gobenia section are B. dodsonii, B.
geminiflora, B. hitchcockii, B maurandiae (type),
B. secunda, and B. sodiroi.
The botanical literature lists one variety as B. tro-
paeolifolia var. puberula L.B. Sm. & Schub. This
variety was published in 1950 in Lloydia. The plant 6
was collected by J.A. Steyermark in 1943 between
Paccha and Puente Grande in the El Oro state of
Ecuador at about 6,000 feet. The taxonomic de-
scription at the variety level was proposed by L.B. Smith and B.G. Schubert, but this
variety has not been accepted by the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. The
varietal name “puberula” implies that the identified plant has short, soft hairs.
Fig 7. Most species in section Gobenia have peltate leaves, meaning the stem supporting the
leaf is attached to the underneath surface.
Begonia tropaelifolia (Fig 8) grown and photographed by Sally Savelle. This species is
sometimes offered in the trade as B. tropaelifolia metallica.
The botanical term for B. tropaeolifolia’s creeping habit is lianescent after the word
liana, which refers to woody climbing plants that hang from trees. However, this habit
is not unique to section Gobenia. Other sections exist where most, or at least some,
members have a creeping habit, including: Solananthera, Wageneria, and Cristasemen.
In conclusion, cuttings are being made of David’s and Mariana’s plants so hopefully
more plants will be available soon, maybe at the ABS convention in September 2020.
Begonia tropaeolifolia is endangered in the wild because of habitat loss so it will be
good to get this species circulating among Begonia enthusiasts. We should monitor
the success (or not) of other growers and their conditions so we have a better idea of
the tolerance in its cultural requirements.
7 Contact me @ dmellard@cdc.gov.
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elements of an iconic Omaha
amusement park, welcomes visi-
tors. “The idea is Omaha history.
So, we chose to - like the Victo-
rians who collected everything -
use Omaha artifacts,” explained
Crews.
In the garden settings, perfect-
ly chosen sculptures blend into
the plantings. A giant armillary
sphere sundial stands guard over
the rose garden. Sandhill Cranes,
cast in bronze, alight in a cattail
filled pond in the Bird Sanctu-
ary and Arboretum. These iconic
birds flock to Nebraska every
year to prepare for their long mi-
gration to their northern breeding
ground. Giant maple leaves in fall
colors, kinetically twist and turn
in the wind harmonizing with the
sounds of the waterfall – a perfect
setting for the sugar maples,
beech, and an array of yellow flag
iris and frog fruit. Crews said of
the sculpture and its surround-
ings, “Regionalism. We took ad- 5
vantage of our native beauty.”
Celebrating Omaha’s Sister Architectural artifacts from Omaha buildings gracefully adorn
the Victorian Garden (Fig 3).
City of Šiauliai, Lithuanian "Turning Leaves" (Fig 4), a kinetic sculpture in Lauritzen
woodcarvers and folk artists are Gardens.
creating depictions of the folk Lithuanian woodcarvings in the Saulės Takas
(Path of the Sun) - one of the ongoing projects (Fig 5).
story of Jūratė and Kastytis -
a love affair that turns tragic. Railway Garden has been carefully planted, in
The intricately carved figures, nestled into scale, to match the trains that rumble through
a thicket in the Arboretum, evoke a feeling a tiny city of Omaha and the surrounding
of being transported into a fairy tale. This countryside. This garden requires constant
ongoing project, called Saulės Takas (Path care and pruning to maintain the size of the
of the Sun), celebrates Omaha’s Lithuanian plantings. Four G-scale trains are carefully
community. choreographed to navigate the tracks that run
With a nod to miniature gardens, the Model through this charming garden.
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Organically blending into the hillside and surrounding area, the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory
first opened in 2014. (Fig 6)
In the Conservatory, the temperate area is modeled after
5 the historic gardens of the southern US
states (Fig 7)
Begonias are tucked into a perfect bed under a stairway. (Fig 8)
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Between the gardens there’s breathing He inspires as he paints a picture of the history
room, which serves two purposes. “With the and future of the Gardens. We still had more
issue of the possible shifting of the landfill, to discover though. Saying our goodbyes,
we turned lemons into lemonade,’ Crews we were shown to the stunning Marjorie K.
pointed out. “We keep the area between the Daugherty Conservatory, which opened in
Gardens natural to cleanse the palette, so the 2014. Once inside we had a hard time believ-
next Garden can feel new and appreciated.” ing it had only been open such a short time.
This strategy also leaves room for slight We met with Senior Gardener, Allison
changes in the terrain. Butterfield and Horticultural Team member,
Our time with Crews went far too quickly. Leticia Loza who showed us around the Con-
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Huernia zebrina, also known as Lifesaver Plant or Little Owl Eyes, finds a spot in a sunny raised
bed on the highest level of the Conservatory (Fig 9)
A large variegated Monstera deliciosa shares the stage with various palms and aroids. (Fig 10)
Looking out over the artistically planted tropical house. (Fig 11)
A nice specimen of Begonia luxurians. (Fig 12)
A closeup of Bismarckia nobilis, with its peculiar, yet striking metallic colored fronds. (Fig 13)
* Note: Page numbers in the September/October issue were duplicates. Page numbers listed in Index with
asterisk (*) indicate page is in The Begonian September/October issue.
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Hamilton, Taddie 9, 48,130 Romeo, Joe 3, blancii 67–68, 109
Hamm, Bob 127 Rose, Stephanie 235 boliviensis 134–138
Hammer, Stuart 30 Sakamoto, Mary 145* carolineifolia 151*
Hayes, Mary Beth 30 Sandoval, Ernesto 128, 228 cathayana 94
Holley, Freda 71, 130 Savage Pat 30 celebica 155
Hollingsworth, Dennis 127, Savage, Phyllis 30 comestibilis 154–155
218, 224–225, 229 Savelle, Sally 131, 204, crassicaulis 151*, 153*
Hunt, Gary 223 211, 234 crispula 225, 233
Jaros, Charles 106 Schaffer, Debra 109 cubensis 140*
Jones, Jeanne 28 Schoelhorn, Rick 9, 45, 48, deliciosa 133*
Kammerer, Linda 30 130–131 dregei 140*, 149*, 227
Kartuz, Micheal 82 Star, Susan 30 dregei Glasgow 226
Keepin, Tom 205 Stewart, Martha 145* eiromischa 19
Kerr, Randy Montes 131, Strover, Russell 83, 110 foliosa var miniata 107
204, 211 Symczak, Betsy 30 froebelii 18
Ketler, Virginia 86 Symczak, Ralph 30 gehrtii 232
Leaphart, Laura 219, Tebbitt, Mark 84 gemella 152–153, 157
224–226 Thomas, Daniel 235 glabra 52
Lenert, Cheryl 9, 48, 104, Thompson, Brad 4, 28–29, grandis 93–94
205 65, 129, 131*, 149* hemsleyana 19–20
Leslie Anne Miller 100, Tian, Dai-Ke 96, 128, 210 heracleifolia 63
104, 110–111 Tsamtsis, Paul 127, 219, heteroclinis 148, 150, 157
MacFarland, Ed 100, 110 224, 227 hirtella 150
Maciejewski, Stephen 9, Welsh Janet 46, 110 hooveriana 155–156
48, 100, 110–111, Welsh, Lou 46, 100 hydrocotylifolia 63, 142*
127, 131, 221, 224, Wheeler, Dennis 218–219, imperfecta 155
227 224–227, 231 jinyunensis 234
Macnair, Richard 30 White, Tiffany 219, 222, koksunii 67–68
Macnair, Wanda 30, 144* 225–227 ludwigii 19–20
Moonen, Joep 56 Wister, Diana 83, 100 lugonis 19, 21
Moonlight, Peter 53 Wulovits, Flor 132 luxurians 142*
Moran, Cindy 132 Zinman, Maxine 114 maculata 92
Moran, Harry 228 Zinn, Johanna 106, 132, manicata 63
Morris, Rekha 10, 49 210 mannii 67
Nauyok, George 228 masarangensis 148, 150–151
Norby, Desiree 30 BEGONIAS masoniana 59, 147*
Norton, Darrin 115, 146* Species maynensis 229
Notaras, Carol 203, 212 amphioxus 121* mendumae 155
Nuss, Irene 131* ampla 234 metallicolor 44–45, 234
Oberoi, Himanshu 30 anisoptera 23 micranthera 88–90,136
Oberoi, Jashiree 30 aptera 150 microsperma 19–20, 63
Parr, Diane 203 arborescens 122* montis-elephantis 21–22
Price, Bobbie 149* austrovietnamica 115 moysesii 232–233
Pridgen, Doug 131 baik 122, 147* negrosensis 43
Pridgen, Joyce 131 barkeri 63 nelumbiifolia 151–152*
Reisboard, Richard 103, 110 bipinnatifida 225 nossibea 234
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A Useful IDB Tip
By Freda Holley, Choudrant, LA
If you are ever discussing a plant in an email and don’t have its photo, you can copy
its ID from The International Database of the BEGONIACEAE or IDB (http://ibegonias.
filemakerstudio.com.au/) as shown. You can then click on the green check mark in the
right-hand column. It will take you to the plant’s photo page. This works really well for
a species with many varieties where you can just copy the page and capture access to all
the forms.
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President-... Butch McDole, 4822 Brown Leaf Dr.,
Powder Springs, GA 30127; 404-405-9351; The Begonian
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cord, MA 01742; 978-287-4837;
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