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Begonia Rex Cultorum Group
BegoniasMood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance
Also called: Painted-leaf Begonia, Fancy-leaf Begonia
Rhizomatous foliage begonias with highly variable asymmetrical leaves in metallic silver, green, red, purple, pink, or black patterns.
Growth habit: rhizomatous begonia.
Plant Mood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance
The foliage is spectacular but the plants dislike soggy roots, very dry air, and water sitting on leaves without airflow.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun.
Keep moderately moist while allowing the surface to begin drying; avoid saturated media.
Light, airy, moisture-balanced begonia mix.
Moderate to high humidity with airflow is helpful.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
