Who is ruby begonia?

Do da name Ruby Begonia ring a familiar note?

The name, Ruby Begonia, evidently originated on the 1950's TV broadcast of the show, Amos 'n' Andy.

Years later, comedian Flip Wilson used the question, "Do da name Ruby Begonia ring a familiar note?" in his comedy routine, most notably on the Rowen and Martin's Laugh In TV Show.

It is uncertain if the character Ruby Begonia was based an actual person.