Begonia Rex
Begonia Rex (Begonia rex-cultorum) is a stunning indoor perennial renowned for its dramatic and colorful foliage, making it a highly sought-after houseplant and collector's favorite. Native to northeastern India, southern China, and Vietnam, this rhizomatous plant boasts large, asymmetrical, heart-shaped to spiraled leaves with striking patterns and textures. The leaves display rich combinations of silver, pink, red, green, and purple hues, often with velvety, metallic, or iridescent sheens. This compact plant typically grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, forming a dense, bushy mound ideal for tabletops, terrariums, or shaded indoor spots.
Growing Begonia Rex
Light: Prefers medium to bright indirect light; avoids direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. It tolerates lower light but leaf colors may fade.
Soil: Requires moist, well-draining, organic-rich potting mix with good aeration to prevent root rot.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between watering. Avoid letting water sit on leaves.
Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments; misting or humidity trays are beneficial, especially indoors.
Fertilizer: Apply balanced houseplant fertilizer sparingly during active growth periods (spring and summer).
Maintenance: Remove dead or damaged foliage to encourage healthy growth. Rex begonias are sensitive to cold temperatures and prefer 60°F to 75°F (15°C to 24°C).
Flowering: Produces delicate, small pink flowers, but grown mainly for foliage.
Hardiness: USDA zones 10–12; primarily an indoor tropical houseplant in most climates.
Toxicity: Mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.
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Begonia Rex ships as a healthy, well-rooted plant ready for indoor growing in decorative pots, terrariums, or shaded garden areas. Each plant is carefully packaged for safe delivery and rapid adaptation to new homes.
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Description
Begonia Rex (Begonia rex-cultorum) is a stunning indoor perennial renowned for its dramatic and colorful foliage, making it a highly sought-after houseplant and collector's favorite. Native to northeastern India, southern China, and Vietnam, this rhizomatous plant boasts large, asymmetrical, heart-shaped to spiraled leaves with striking patterns and textures. The leaves display rich combinations of silver, pink, red, green, and purple hues, often with velvety, metallic, or iridescent sheens. This compact plant typically grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide, forming a dense, bushy mound ideal for tabletops, terrariums, or shaded indoor spots.
Growing Begonia Rex
Light: Prefers medium to bright indirect light; avoids direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. It tolerates lower light but leaf colors may fade.
Soil: Requires moist, well-draining, organic-rich potting mix with good aeration to prevent root rot.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between watering. Avoid letting water sit on leaves.
Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments; misting or humidity trays are beneficial, especially indoors.
Fertilizer: Apply balanced houseplant fertilizer sparingly during active growth periods (spring and summer).
Maintenance: Remove dead or damaged foliage to encourage healthy growth. Rex begonias are sensitive to cold temperatures and prefer 60°F to 75°F (15°C to 24°C).
Flowering: Produces delicate, small pink flowers, but grown mainly for foliage.
Hardiness: USDA zones 10–12; primarily an indoor tropical houseplant in most climates.
Toxicity: Mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.
Shipping Info
Begonia Rex ships as a healthy, well-rooted plant ready for indoor growing in decorative pots, terrariums, or shaded garden areas. Each plant is carefully packaged for safe delivery and rapid adaptation to new homes.
