The Elephant-Ear Begonia is poisonous for both cats and dogs.
Typical symptoms include kidney failure, oral irritation, salivation, and vomiting.
Elephant ear begonias are often used for container growing and also for hanging-baskets. They have large colourful flowers but are sensitive to cold.
The scientific name for this plant is Begonia scharfii. Additional names for this plant include Angel-wing Begonia.
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