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Begonia listada 12cm H25cm

Begonia listada 12cm H25cm

£21.00 GBP
£21.00 GBP
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Begonia listada is an elegant species Begonia featuring deep velvety green leaves with a vivid lime midrib and soft red undersides. Compact and refined, it is perfect for terrariums and shaded indoor displays.

  • Full Botanical Name: Begonia listada
  • Common Names: Striped Begonia, Velvet Begonia
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Brazil
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows along mossy, shaded forest floors with high humidity

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Medium indirect or filtered light.
  • Ideal Room: Terrariums, bedrooms, plant rooms
  • Feeding: Apply mild fertiliser every 4–6 weeks.
  • Humidity: 60–85%
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–24°C
  • Watering: Keep substrate evenly moist but not soggy.
  • Pet/Child Safe: Mildly toxic
  • Soil Type: Moisture-retentive but airy Begonia substrate
  • Propagation: Leaf cuttings, division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 15–25 cm
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Aphids, gnats, mites
  • Repotting: Every 1–2 years
  • Pruning: Trim damaged leaves regularly
  • Air Purification: Light
  • Folklore: The bold midrib symbolises direction and purpose.
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