{"product_id":"begonia-rex","title":"Begonia Rex","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eBegonia Rex Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eFAQ\/Common Issues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Cactus_26a62e4c-2f57-4ecf-97de-fc345c4a381c_480x480.png?v=1600401339\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Begonia Rex, also called Painted Leaf Begonia, is a tropical foliage houseplant in the family Begoniaceae, native to the subtropical forests of northeastern India and southern China. It grows from a shallow rhizome and has been widely hybridized, producing hundreds of cultivars with dramatically patterned leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Flower_a2da558c-5726-458a-a06c-1a5f7fedc366_480x480.png?v=1600397290\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  The leaves are large, asymmetrical, and roughly heart-shaped, with a textured surface that can feel slightly puckered or bumpy to the touch. Colors range across silver, burgundy-red, green, purple, pink, and near-black, often in concentric bands or swirling patterns on a single leaf. Some cultivars carry a metallic sheen across the upper surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Growing_2961efa3-9828-496c-8a2c-fa57f0dd8914_480x480.png?v=1600399365\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Begonia Rex produces small flowers in pink or white, typically appearing in late winter to early spring, though they are modest compared to the foliage. It is one of the more sought-after colorful foliage houseplants among collectors of fancy leaf begonia varieties, with new cultivars regularly entering the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"lazyloaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Lotus_07a2c657-f263-49f7-9bb9-69b9f3b0f4df_480x480.png?v=1600397267\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Rotate Begonia Rex every few weeks so all sides receive even light exposure. It does well near a kitchen, where ambient moisture from cooking keeps humidity levels up, and it settles well into a terrarium where enclosed humidity stays consistent. Keep it on a high shelf away from cats, dogs, and small children, as the plant should not be nibbled, touched, or eaten. Move it outside for summer in a sheltered spot, and bring it back in before temperatures drop, keeping it covered from rain while outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Sun_65296975-26d8-49a3-83b6-b7b0ed15ae73_480x480.png?v=1600397323\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Begonia Rex thrives in bright indirect light and scorches in south-facing windows.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Water_d9b740b9-bfce-41c4-ae3e-16bf9678c77f_480x480.png?v=1600397177\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Water it every 7-10 days, allowing the top inch of soil to dry between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Soil_40a149eb-9d43-4bf0-ac38-159c702c72f2_480x480.png?v=1600397158\" class=\"ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Begonia Rex grows well in a light, well-draining mix of peat or coco coir with perlite.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Temperature.png?v=1613688445\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It prefers temperatures between 65°F and 75°F and suffers near air conditioning or heating vents.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Fertilizer_5853ff19-6010-410a-a082-3abe233cb8d2_480x480.png?v=1600399297\" class=\"lazyload\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  Begonia Rex is a slow to moderate grower; feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/Spackle_0b1c313b-e538-42e0-8818-7f0bdf63d530_480x480.png?v=1600397104\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e  It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12, where frost is rare and temperatures stay above 30°F. It grows outdoors year-round in Hawaii, southern Florida, and the warmest parts of coastal California. It can spend summers outside in most other US states when brought back indoors before autumn temperatures fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Begonia Rex handle low humidity indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: It needs high humidity, ideally above 50%. Dry indoor air from heaters or AC causes leaf edges to brown and curl.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know when it needs water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Begonia Rex wilts slightly when the soil has dried out too long. Check the top inch of soil before watering rather than going by a fixed schedule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Begonia Rex safe to keep around pets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Cats and dogs should not be left to nibble or eat the plant. Keep it on a high shelf or in a room pets cannot access.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I grow it in a terrarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Begonia Rex does well in a terrarium because the enclosed space holds the humidity it prefers. Make sure there is enough airflow to prevent mold on the soil surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does Painted Leaf Begonia produce pollen or allergens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, it does produce pollen when in bloom. Anyone sensitive to plant allergens should handle it with care during the flowering period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I propagate it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Painted Leaf Begonia propagates readily from leaf cuttings placed on moist soil or in water. A single leaf with a short petiole attached can produce new plantlets within a few weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Succulents Box","offers":[{"title":"4 inch \/ Grower Pot","offer_id":44261340512430,"sku":"1472-4-pl","price":22.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2198\/4603\/files\/14_bf2ae4be-d50c-4af4-a961-be3ac125be53.jpg?v=1742271092","url":"https:\/\/succulentsbox.live\/products\/begonia-rex","provider":"Succulents Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}