Can someone name this old favorite

Bartow, FL(Zone 9a)

I would love to have a name for this begonia I've had for 7 or 8 years.
The silvery dots are raised up on the dark green background. The backs of the leaves are deep maroon.

Thumbnail by MotherNature4
New Caney, TX

Looks like it could be Cracklin Rosie. But without the bloom its hard to tell. Do you have a pic of the bloom?

Tami

Bartow, FL(Zone 9a)

Can't say I remember the color of the bloom. Seems like it was a deep pink, but really don't remember. I'll keep an eye out and will keep you posted when I see a bud.

What color should I be looking for if it is 'Cracklin Rosie?' What else could it be? Those spots are really raised up on the background. I thought that would be a real key.

Thanks so much for the prompt reply.

This message was edited Jul 20, 2007 11:57 AM

New Caney, TX

Here is a link to a site with blooms. I don't have a picture of mine in bloom.
http://www.pbase.com/missy_gardenwhimsy/image/31725106
You will need to copy and paste that link I think.

Tami

Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b)

Maybe Fannie Moser.

http://www.american-farms.com/photogallery/ANGELWING%20FANNIE%20MOSER2.JPG



Bartow, FL(Zone 9a)

Now I'm overwhelmed. Fannie Moser certainly seems to have the raised dots like mine. Guess I'll just have to wait 'till it blooms to make a final decision. So many, so similar.

Thanks one and all. Audrey

After a second look, it just may be. Crackling Rosie is a dark red color or at least mine is.

Susan

This message was edited Jul 21, 2007 9:28 PM

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