Plant Care – Begonia ‘Magic Colours’
Light: Place your Begonia ‘Magic Colours’ under bright and filtered sunlight. And do avoid full sunlight because it will cause its leaves to scorch and dry up. Give your plant 4 to 6 hours of morning sun and nothing more.
Water: Allow the top surface of the soil to dry up between watering the plant. We would recommend watering lesser rather than watering too much as Begonias can get root rot and other problems. Avoid watering its leaves as it will lead to bacteria growth and diseases. Above all, moderately water the soil of the plant and keep the leaves dry.
Soil: The Begonia does well in a well-draining potting mix that can retain some moisture and drain water quickly.
Fertiliser: Fertilise your plant with a balanced Fertiliser diluted to one-quarter strength.
Humidity Requirement: Medium
Fun Facts about the Begonia genus: Did you know? Begonias are flowering plants that belong to the Begoniaceae family. It has a lot in common with melons, cucumbers, and pumpkins. Begonias come from South and Central America, Africa, and South Asia and have about 1500 species. Begonia grows best in locations with filtered sunlight and fertile soil. Begonia has a stem that can store water so it’s prepared for the dry periods of the year.
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Begonias are a popular houseplant because they are easy to care for and have beautiful blooms. They have been cultivated for centuries, and there are many different types of begonias available today.
The Begonia Rex is one of the most exotic-looking of these plants, with thick leaves that are covered in velvety hairs. It has small flowers that bloom in the summertime and grow on long stems, which can be up to 6 inches tall. If you’re looking for something distinctive and unusual, this is it!
Buy the Begonia rex from The Green Corner
If you are looking for an indoor plant that is easy to care for, then the Begonia Rex is the perfect choice for you. This begonia is one of the most popular varieties of begonias available on the market today. It has a beautiful dark green color that will make your house feel more inviting and comfortable. The Begonia Rex is also known as a trailing begonia because it has a very long stem that will trail along the floor or hang off of furniture.
It’s also known as the Rex Begonia, and it’s a relative of the Begonia that has been bred to have leaves that are much larger than its ancestors. This makes it a great addition to any indoor garden or collection of houseplants.
The Rex begonia has been bred to have a more compact shape than other types of begonias, making it ideal for people looking for something that won’t take up too much space in their home but still wants the lush look of a full-size plant.
It also has a beautiful colour palette with shades of red, pink, orange and yellow on each leaf which makes it stand out among other plants in your home or office!
Another benefit of the Rex Begonia is that it doesn’t require much maintenance when compared with other types of houseplants because it isn’t fussy about its soil type or condition – making it perfect for those who aren’t experienced growers!
The Begonia rex varieties are endless! Here are some that you can purchase from The Green Corner!
1) Begonia Red Ruby
Some may think they are Peperomias, but they are actually Begonias! The Begonia Ruby Red is a cute ornamental plant with red stems and watermelon green foliage with a red dot in the centre.
2) Begonia Rex Listrada
The Begonia Rex Listrada has elongated leaves of jungle green, with a bright green line, almost like a beam of light, that cracks through the middle. Given the right condition, it will bloom with white ornamental flowers.
3) Begonia Rex Escargot
The leaves of the Begonia Rex Escargot swirl in silver with a deep green outer lining. We think it’s pretty hypnotic. Whoever named this definitely has no detest to escargots.
4) Begonia Rex Chayo
Silvery metallic cloud-like leaves with little hairs along their leaves make the Begonia Rex Chayo a real cutie.
5) Begonia Rex Dew Drop
‘Dewdrop’ is one of the smaller cultivars with neat leaves and a noticeable metallic sheen over a pink and pewter colouring with darker narrow central veins; leaf undersides are red.
Caring for your Begonia can be very easy! Just follow these simple steps below and your Begonia will thrive:
Light: Place your Begonia Rex under bright and filtered sunlight. And do avoid full sunlight because it will cause its leaves to scorch and dry up. Give your plant 4 to 6 hours of morning sun and nothing more.
Water: Allow the top surface of the soil to dry up between watering the plant. We would recommend watering lesser rather than watering too much as Begonias can get root rot and other problems. Avoid watering its leaves as it will lead to bacteria growth and diseases. Above all, moderately water the soil of the plant and keep the leaves dry.
Soil: The Begonia does well in a well-draining potting mix that can retain moisture and drain water quickly.
Fertiliser: Fertilise your plant with a balanced fertiliser diluted to one-quarter strength.
Humidity Requirement: Medium
Fun Facts about the Begonia genus: Did you know? Begonias are flowering plants that belong to the Begoniaceae family. It has a lot in common with melons, cucumbers, and pumpkins. Begonias come from South and Central America, Africa, and South Asia and have about 1500 species. Begonia grows best in locations with filtered sunlight and fertile soil. Begonia has a stem that can store water, so it’s prepared for the dry periods of the year.
To summarise:
What is Begonia rex?
Begonia rex is a begonia plant that belongs to the begonia plant family. It is a perennial plant native to South America, but it can also be found in other countries such as Colombia, Venezuela and Brazil. The begonia rex thrives best in mild climates with high humidity levels.
The Begonia Rex Plant
The begonia rex is an attractive indoor plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors. It has shiny dark green leaves with dark red veins and white flowers that bloom at the end of each stem. The stems are covered with small hairs which give them a velvety feel. The flowers open at night and close again in the morning when they are not pollinated by insects.
How To Care For Your Begonia Rex Plants
The begonia rex requires moderate lighting or indirect sunlight and needs to be kept away from heat sources or drafts that could damage its leaves. Water your plants regularly so they do not dry out during their growing season (spring through fall). You should avoid overwatering your plants because this may cause root rot problems which will kill them if left untreated quickly enough.
1. Is the Begonia rex plant susceptible to pests?
As plants are part of the ecosystem, all plants are susceptible to pests. This goes for the Begonia rex plant as well. At The Green Corner, we offer a range of insecticides to help prevent these pests from coming!
2. Can I plant different Begonia rex plants together in a pot?
Yes, you can! The Begonia rex has many different varieties that come in different shapes and sizes and will look great with each other. Ensure that they are given a sufficient space inbetween plants as we do not want them to be overcrowded.
