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Begonia Maculata Wightii Silver Polka Dot
£35.00
Characteristics
The Begonia Maculata Wightii, commonly known as the Silver Polka Dot Begonia, is a true showstopper. Its striking olive-green leaves are decorated with bold silver polka dots, while the undersides reveal a rich red hue, creating a stunning contrast. This Begonia is not only for its dramatic foliage but also for its delicate clusters of white or light pink flowers that bloom throughout the year. Ideal for bright, indirect light, itโs an eye-catching addition to any indoor garden. Perfect for those who appreciate a statement plant thatโs both unique and easy to care for, the Silver Polka Dot Begonia will bring elegance and a splash of colour to any space.
Begonia has very fragile leaves, there are some cosmetic damages on the leaves but it does not impact the health of the amazing plant!
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Description
Itโs safe to say that all indoor Begonias fall into the category of weird and wonderful houseplants. Belonging to the Begoniaceae family, this genus of perennial flowering plants boasts 2002 different plant species. Theย vibrant array of species can be found in moist tropical and subtropical climates scattered across south and central America, Africa, and southern Asia.ย They come in many different shapes and sizes with strikingly coloured foliage and a gorgeous array of leaf forms.
It is hard not to fall in love with Begonias! But tread carefully if you are a new houseplant custodian.
Begonias like what they like and in most cases are unwilling to settle for less.ย If not cared for properly, they will not hesitate to show you that they are unhappy. But provide them with the care outlinedย below and they will reward you with endless beauty all year round.
Troubleshooting & Tips
- Good air circulation will help to keep your begonia happy and healthy.
- Provide a minimum temperature of 13ยฐc in the winter ideally the higher the better but if you can maintain a constant 13ยฐc it will survive.
- Brown edges can be caused by low humidity,ย too much direct heat,ย or temperature fluctuations. Time to change the location to somewhere more suitable.
- Leaf drop is often the result of low light levels, overwatering, underwatering, too much humidity, or a lack of airflow. Time to review your watering and care schedule or maybeย try a better location.
- Yellow halos on the leaves are signs of leaf spots. This occurs in a moist and cool environment. Anyย affected leaves should be cut off and the plant should be moved to a warmer location with better airflow.
Additional information
Sun | No direct sun, but bright ambient light is ideal |
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Water | Water when the top few cm are dry, let it soak through and leave it until it dries out again. Don't leave her sitting in water. |
Humidity | Not lower than 70%, will thrive in 80-90% |
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Pot Size: | 12cm, 17cm |
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