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Definition of begonia

begonia

/bɪˈɡoʊnjə/
be · go · nia
Plural:begonias
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begonia Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A perennial plant or shrub of a large genus (Begonia) native to tropical and subtropical climates, widely cultivated as a houseplant or garden ornamental for its brightly colored, typically asymmetrical flowers and striking patterned foliage.

Example

"She arranged several potted begonias on the shaded patio to add a vibrant splash of pink and red to the garden."

• Rhymes for begonia

• Nearby Words

beet
beetle
beetroot
begonia
bei
beignet
beijing

Word Origin & Etymology

Named in the 17th century by the French botanist Charles Plumier in honor of Michel Bégon, a former governor of the French colony of Saint-Domingue (now Haiti) and an enthusiastic patron of botany.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Begonia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/begonia
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