Begonia 'Polka Dot'
Begonia 'Polka Dot'
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$29.99 USD
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The Begonia maculata 'Polka Dot' is an enchanting and visually playful houseplant, cherished for its uniquely patterned leaves and cheerful demeanor. Its rounded, green leaves are festooned with vibrant polka dots. The 'Polka Dot' Begonia exhibits a compact and mounding growth habit, supported by reddish, tender stems. At full growth, this delightful Begonia achieves a height of approximately 1-2 feet.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Begonia maculata
Common: Spotted Begonia, Butterfly Begonia, Angle Wing Begonia, Polka Dota Begonia, Trout Begonia, Polka Dot Plant
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 60-75°F
- Humidity: High
- Water: When the top inch of soil is dry
- Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
- Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- To encourage your Begonia to flower, provide it with the recommended optimal conditions and avoid unnecessary stress.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Begoniaceae family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 1,000 species.
- Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates in Central and South America, Africa, and southern Asia. They are typically found in the understory of rainforests, where they thrive in the shade and humidity.
- Begonia flowers are known for their beauty and diversity. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, from small, delicate blooms to large, showy clusters.
- Begonias were discovered in 1690 by Charles Plumier who named it after the person who supported his expedition, Michel Begon, a French governor of San Domingo.
- Unsafe / Toxic
- Medium Maintenance
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