This beautiful plant is an upright growing, herbaceous perennial that has almost symmetrical succulent pale green to pale reddish brown leaves that are ovate, Begonia cucullata, also known as clubbed begonia, is a species of the Begoniaceae that is native to South American countries of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay & Uruguay.
It’s a native medicinal species from Paraguay popularly used to combat stomatitis, pharyngitis, respiratory ailments in children & inflammatory conditions among others.
Wax Begonias are widely used in landscaping, container gardening & as houseplants. Their ability to flourish in both sun & shade makes them versatile additions to various garden designs.