This perennial is shrub-like with an upright sprawling habit with fleshy pubescent stems. The large bronze-green leaves are tapering to a pointed apex and the pinkish wheel-shaped flowers appear in loose clusters during spring.

Hardiness zones 10 to 11

Begonia scharffiiis naturally found in South America growing in Brazil in a semi shaded protected position in humus rich moist but well drained soils with wind, frost and drought protection.

The Elephant's Ear Begonia is a sturdy plant that is grown for its foliage and flowers. It is used in tropical settings or around a water feature and is planted in containers. It establishes from cuttings in 1 to 2 years and may be used as indoor specimen. It will tolerate full sun and can be used as an understorey plant.ID 1951

Begonia(beh-GON-ee-a) scharffii(sharf-ee-eye)

Begoniaceae (be-gon-ee-AY-see-ee)