Begonia maculata
4 inches
$15.00
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Begonia maculata
$15.00
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Description
Scientific name
Begonia maculata
General description
A cane plant with dark green foliage dotted with silver spots, with a burgundy red underside. The elongated, glossy leaves give a graphic look that is highly sought after indoors.
Origin
Tropical forests of Brazil (bright and humid undergrowth).
Care
- Light : Bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight.
- Watering : Keep the substrate slightly moist; let the surface dry between waterings, no stagnant water.
- Humidity : high preferred; air too dry = edges turning brown.
- Temperature : 18–27°C; avoid <15°C and cold drafts.
- Substrate : aerated and draining mixture (potting soil + perlite/bark).
Special advice
- Avoid spraying the foliage; water at the base.
- Rotate the pot for balanced growth.
- Stake if the stems become tall.
- Fertilize lightly during the growing season.
- Toxic if swallowed to animals and humans.
