Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Tuberous Begonia
MainColor	Yellow
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	June
ImageUrl	Begonia-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A popular ornamental plant grown for its bright, showy flowers in a wide range of colours. These hybrids are cultivated in pots, beds, and hanging baskets.

Distribution

Cultivated worldwide as ornamentals. Not naturally occurring in the wild, as they are hybrids developed from South American species.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Not significant in medicine, though some begonia species are used in folk remedies for skin conditions and digestive problems.

Edibility

Not edible — tubers and roots are toxic. Leaves and flowers are sometimes used in very small quantities as garnishes, but caution is advised.

Human Toxicity

Contains insoluble oxalates, especially in roots and tubers, which can cause irritation, nausea, and vomiting if eaten in large amounts.

Pet Toxicity

Toxic to cats and dogs if tubers are chewed — causes drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.

Active Compounds

Oxalic acid and calcium oxalate crystals.