Begonia decora

Begonia decora - Begonia67

Begonia decora
Begonia decora
Begonia decora

Very easy to care for

Indoor

Semi sun

Foliage plant

12 cm
6 cm
Begonia decora

Begonia decora - Begonia67

This species from Malaysia is known as the 'hairy begonia' for obvious reasons. Begonia decora has large thorny hairs on both its leaves and stems. Between the reddish-green areas with these hairs it has almost fluorescent pale green veins. The flowers of Begonia decora are large and radiant white. If you are looking for a special begonia for your terrarium, you need look no further.

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Plant information: Begonia decora

Begonia decora is distinctive because of the many red hairs on its leaves. The broad, bright green veins form a striking contrast with the rest of the leaf. Begonia decora is a tropical species from the rain forests of the Malaysian mainland. It has a cluster of striking stamens or pistils at the centre of its white flowers.

Height
12 cm
Width
6 cm
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Flower colour
White
Plant type
Foliage plant
Growth habit
Normal
Growth habit
Fast
Product type
Plant
Properties
Non-edible
Flowering period
all year
Altitude range
500-1000 m
Plant care: Begonia decora

Begonia decora is easy to cultivate. Like many begonias, it thrives on plenty of light but must not be exposed to direct sunlight. The best temperature for this species is 22⁰C with daytime humidity of around 70% rising to 90% at night. The growing medium must not be allowed to dry out. If necessary place the pot in a dish containing tepid (lukewarm) water. In a terrarium, moss helps to retain moisture. Begonia decora likes needs to be fed with fertiliser 2 or 3 times a month. A peat-based mixture with peat and perlite makes an ideal growing compound. See “Plant accessories” for more details of this and other aids to cultivation. Begonia decora is suitable for pruning.

Care
Very easy
Place
Indoor
Light
No direct sun
Light
Semi sun
Protection
Protect against rainfall
Repotting
after 2 years
Soil Ph
<5-7>
Soil type
peat mix
Watering
Normal
Watering tips
Standing in water
Max temperature
30 °C
Min temperature
10 °C
Fertilise
medium
Daytime humidity
60-80%
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
10-30 °C
Nighttime temperature
12-18 °C