Begonia geraniifolia
Family: Begoniaceae
What it is like
A begonia with a tuberous root. It grows 10 cm tall and 30 cm when in flower. The flowers are pinkish white.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Tuber, root
How it is grown
It is grown by seed. They take about 30 days to germinate.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Begonia gaudichaudii Walp.; Eupetalum gaudichaudii Klotzsch; and others