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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.
Growing Zones
10b - 12a
Low Temperature
40°F
High Temperature
90°F
Fragrant
No
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
No
Flower Color
White Pink
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil
Loose, well-aerated, peat-based mix with organic matter, or soilless mix; must drain well to avoid root rot
Moisture
Allow top third of soil to dry before watering again; avoid standing water; needs high humidity (minimum 50%)
Sun Exposure
Bright, indirect light; tolerates low light, but foliage colors fade in deep shade; avoid midday direct sun which scorches leaves
Mature Spread
12–24 in
Mature Height
12–24 in
Bloom Period
Small pink or white flowers may appear in summer, but foliage is main attraction
Pruning Time
Remove old, damaged leaves and spent flowers any time for tidiness and health
Pet Safe
No
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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