This begonia is a real "rock star" and highly sought after by collectors because, like the peacock begonia, it is one of the plants whose leaves show iridescence, which means that with good care and the perfect location, they can shimmer in fascinating shades of turquoise, blue and purple, a phenomenon that can be observed particularly with newly emerging leaves.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and coloring.
- Delivery: in a 6 cm pot
- Growth type: upright, bushy
- Origin: China, Thailand and Myanmar
- Other names: Begonia rockii
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/light requirements: Partial shade, indirect sunlight
- Substrate: high-quality houseplant soil with humus content
- Temperature: optimal at 20-28° C
- Watering: keep moist and water as soon as the top layer of substrate begins to dry, but avoid waterlogging, ideally water with rainwater that is not too cold and low in lime
- Humidity: requires high humidity, spray regularly (but leaves should be able to dry out afterwards!) or use a humidifier
- Addition of nutrients: during the growth phase approx. 1x per week with organ. Liquid fertilizer
- Repot when the soil is densely rooted.
- Avoid heating air or draughts.
