The leaf shape does not look like beef steak. Beef steak is rounder but the name may be used for other begonias as well. The name I think you are looking for is 'Erythrophylla'.

My 'Erythrophylla':
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If the leaves are hairy, I would guess 'San Miguel'.

My 'San Miguel':
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Where can one buy one? Thanks.

Margie2,

I bought my 'Erythrophylla' from Glasshouse Works. It is listed there for $3.50 but shipping may easily double the price. There may be a minimum purchase as well.

Lauray of Salisbury had it listed for $6 but their web site is denying access this morning for some reason.

As for 'San Miguel' I bought mine at Logees a couple of years ago but they don't have it listed anymore.

Butch

I have beautiful heirloom beef steak begonias.. so easy to grow.. and always looks spectacular.. will trade for something unusual??!?