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Begonia rex
Name - Common name is painted-leaf begoniaDescription
- These are among the most handsome begonias, grown for their beautifully coloured
leaves rather than their flowers. The heart-shaped leaves, can be up to 30cm in
length, with striking patterns in variations of red, black, silver and green with
a rippled or pimpled surface. They grow to approximately 30cm/12in in height and
46cm/18in in width.Origin - Tropical and subtropical regions.Family
- BegoniaceaeCare Tips - Bright but not sunny location. Keep warm
and moderately moist all year round. Feed with liquid fertiliser every two weeks
in spring and summer. Water sparingly in winter.Trivia - Begonia
leaves are delicate, so treat the plant carefully and do not use leaf shine. Turn
the pot regularly to ensure even growth as the plant will tend to grow towards
the light.>> Click here for Begonia (flowering)
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