what type of begonia

Question

What type of begonia is in the attached photo, and how do I store it to use again next year? I bought the plant a few months ago and have kept in a pot. It has been flowering constantly for months and is only starting to go over now (November). Is it a begonia and, if so, what type is it?

Jim Pirie

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Answer 1

This is a Wax Begonia.
The Begonia Genus contains nearly 2000 different plant species so identification of the cultivator that you have would be very difficult.

Here is a link that will help you with wintering and care.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/begonia/wintering-begonias-overwintering-a-begonia-in-cold-climates.htm

This link can help you identify the cultivator of your plant.

http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/landscape/flowers/hgic1159.html