Description
Begonia rex painted leaf, alternately known as the King begonia, is a striking bushy and rare species that features large, cupped ovulate leaves of metallic green and pink/purple hues which are streaked dramatically with lightning forks of dark green along the leaf veins.
Growth Spread |
30-40 cm |
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Growth Height |
30-40 cm |
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Keep moist, but avoid over-watering. |
Frost Sensitive |
Yes |
Flowering Period |
Not grown for flowers. |
Light Requirements |
Bright indirect sun to full shade. |
Soil Requirements |
Well drained compost rich soil. Prefer slightly Acidic soil with ph5.7-6.2. |