Unleash the wild beauty of Begonia Maculata, the Polka Dot Begonia, and let its eye-catching foliage steal the show in any room. With its striking silver spots and emerald green leaves, this begonia variety adds a touch of exotic elegance to your space. The Begonia Maculata is a breeze to care for, thriving in moderate light and well-draining soil. Elevate your indoor garden game with this stunner and watch it become the center of attention with its irresistible charm!
Ed's Plant Profile
- Scientific Name: Begonia Maculata Wightii
- Common Name: Polka-Dot Begonia
- Family: Begoniaceae
- Native Range: Brazil
Ed's Care Guide
- Care Level: Advanced
- Light: Prefers medium to bright, indirect sunlight, but can also tolerate lower light conditions. Keep plant out of direct sun.
- Water: Soil must be moist. Requires more frequent watering in spring and summer. Avoid overwatering
- Humidity: High, >60%
- Temperature: 67-85F
- Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
- Feeding: Fertilize using ted liquid houseplant fertilizer every two weeks in spring and summer.
- Propagation: Stem cuttings
- Growth: Grows upright. Leaves are usually asymmetric, extending to approximately 20 cm in length
- Pests: Subject to mealybugs and whiteflies
- Toxicity: Toxic if ingested by pets or humans