6cm / White Matt
£3.99
6cm / White Gloss
£3.99
Begonia incarnata is a scrambling, subshrubby begonia grown its large, asymmetrical foliage with a metallic sheen and contrasting veining. It forms fleshy, upright-to-arching stems and can become a substantial houseplant when given warmth, bright filtered light, and a free-draining mix.
Begonia incarnata is often described as “metallic leaf begonia” because the olive-to-deep green leaves can show a reflective gloss, with prominent darker (often purplish) veins and a noticeably hairy (hirsute) texture on leaves and stems; small pink flowers can appear in season under steady indoor conditions.
Native to: Mexico, where it grows in wet tropical biomes; this background helps explain why it prefers consistent moisture (but not waterlogging) and higher indoor humidity.
Water: Water thoroughly, then let the compost dry to around 1/3 of the pot depth before watering again. Aim for an even “lightly moist” rhythm rather than swings between saturated and bone-dry, and always empty any standing water from the saucer to protect the roots.
Light: Give bright filtered light (near a bright window with a sheer curtain, or set back from the glass). Avoid strong direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaf surface and dull the metallic look; if growth becomes stretched, it usually needs brighter (still indirect) light.
Humidity: Target 55–75% if you can, especially through the UK heating season, as drier air can lead to crisping edges and slower growth. A humidifier or a closed display cabinet works well; if you’re keeping it consistently above 70%, it’s better suited to a cabinet-style setup than a small terrarium because it can get tall and wide with time.
Temperature: Keep it in a warm, steady range of 18–24 °C, and avoid cold drafts. Try not to let it drop below 12 °C; prolonged cool conditions can stall growth and increase the risk of root problems.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for.
Some plants such as Begonia, may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting so they are in active growth when arriving with you.
The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
If you have any questions about caring for your plants or setting up your home for success, don't hesitate to contact us.
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