Pig's ear

Here's a link to a couple of pictures of the "pig's ear" begonia. No idea of its species name. Google did not find anything for either "pig's ear" or "hog's ear" begonia. The leaf, which is difficult to see entirely, is that common snail-curl shape, about 6-inches wide, smooth with fluted edges, and dark reddish-purple, which might be considered black by some. This is the first time it's bloomed in the 5 or 6 years I've had it. Quite a display, I think. 

http://snipurl.com/1a1is

Island Jim
Southwest Florida
27.1 N, 82.4 W
Hardiness Zone 10
Heat Zone 10
Sunset Zone 25
Minimum 30 F [-1 C]
Maximum 100 F [38 C]

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