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Begonia maculata 'Double dot' (Polka dot plant)

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The Begonia maculata is a gorgeous houseplant native to southeast Brazil. It has the most beautiful leaves- the undersides start out red and gradually deepen in colour to purple. Each leaf is covered randomly with silvery spots. This begonia will also flower in the spring-summer months with small clusters of white blooms. A super photogenic plant. This variety is the 'Double dot' which has almost double the amount of dots adorning its leaves than its sister the 'Polka dot plant'.


Rating- Moderate

Loves- A bright spot away from direct sunlight. A few hours of afternoon sunshine are beneficial in winter, keep soil moist but allow it to dry out in between. Turn the pot every now & again.

Hates- Wet leaves (Mist the surrounding air but not the plant itself)

Approx sizes- Pot diameter 12cm

More information and care recommendations are below.

    Overview

    The Begonia maculata is a gorgeous houseplant native to southeast Brazil. It has the most beautiful leaves- the undersides start out red and gradually deepen in colour to purple. Each leaf is covered randomly with silvery spots. This begonia will also flower in the spring-summer months with small clusters of white blooms. A super photogenic plant. This variety is the 'Double dot' which has almost double the amount of dots adorning its leaves than its sister the 'Polka dot plant'.

    Quick Care Guide

    Care Difficulty: Moderate care need.

    Light requirements: Prefers bright indirect light. Direct sunlight can cause the leaves to burn.

    Watering: Water thoroughly but allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings.

    Humidity: Loves humidity. Grouping humidity-loving plants together can help, as can placing pots of a wet pebble tray. You can mist the area around the foliage although this will only increase humidity temporarily. Be cautious to not mist excessively as this can lead to fungal issues. Humidifiers are also beneficial to increase humidity.

    Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

    Feeding: Enjoys being fed during Spring- Summer growth period every 2-3 weeks. Always follow the instructions on your feed of choice.

    Repotting: Repot around once a year -check to see if the roots are coming out the bottom of the pot!

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