Tiger Paws Begonia
Surname | Begoniaceae |
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Leaf color | xanh nâu |
Leaf size | nhỏ |
Màu thân | wine red |
Flower | light pink |
Breeding | leaf cuttings or rhizome cuttings |
Tăng trưởng | nhanh |
Diseases & Pests | fungus, root rot, snail |
Note | Toxic to some pets (dogs, cats, horses) |
Other names | Eyelash Begonia, Begonia Bowerae |
Tiger Paws Begonia is known for its prominent brown or reddish-brown spots that resemble tiger paw prints on its leaves. Tiger Paws Begonia is also known as Eyelash Begonia because of the tiny eyelash-like hairs along the edges of its leaves. Native to Mexico, Tiger Paws Begonia grows in low clumps and prefers shade, making it an ideal choice for growing in the ground as a ground cover, in hanging baskets, or in small pots indoors. In areas with mild winters, Tiger Paws Begonias can be grown outdoors year-round as long as they don't freeze.
Note: The above information is only relative, the living conditions of the tree also depend a lot on other objective factors.
How to grow and care for Begonia Tiger Paws
Light
Begonias prefer indirect light.
Temperature
Water
Water moderately. Avoid waterlogging which will cause root rot.
Humidity
The best humidity for Begonia plants is above 65%.
pH
For Begonia, the ideal pH range is 5.0-7.0 pH.
Begonia Tiger Paws Growing Media
Begonia should be planted in well-drained, airy soil or medium.
Indoor Plant Care Guide
The most important and basic knowledge about growing plants indoors: