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arBegonia baik x dracopelta is a fascinating hybrid that combines the unique qualities of its parent species, resulting in a plant with striking visual appeal...some may say the foliage trifecta: dark, velvet, and bullate - what more could you want! The leaves often exhibit a bullate (bumpy) texture and a subtle metallic sheen, making it a standout in any Begonia collection.
Native to: While the parent species of this hybrid are native to Southeast Asia, specifically regions like Indonesia, this hybrid itself has been cultivated for indoor environments where it can thrive under the right conditions.
Water: This Begonia prefers its soil to be kept consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to avoid root rot. It’s important to use well-draining soil, which can be achieved by mixing in perlite or moler clay.
Light: Begonia baik x dracopelta thrives in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight should be avoided as it can damage the delicate leaves. A location near an east or north-facing window where the plant can receive plenty of filtered light is ideal.
Humidity: High humidity, ideally between 80% and 100%, is crucial for this plant to maintain its vibrant foliage and prevent the leaves from drying out. This makes it an excellent candidate for a terrarium or a very humid indoor environment.
Temperature: The optimal temperature range for this Begonia is between 18°C and 24°C. It should be kept away from cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent stress.
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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. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
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arBegonia baik x dracopelta is a fascinating hybrid that combines the unique qualities of its parent species, resulting in a plant with striking visual appeal...some may say the foliage trifecta: dark, velvet, and bullate - what more could you want! The leaves often exhibit a bullate (bumpy) texture and a subtle metallic sheen, making it a standout in any Begonia collection.
Native to: While the parent species of this hybrid are native to Southeast Asia, specifically regions like Indonesia, this hybrid itself has been cultivated for indoor environments where it can thrive under the right conditions.
Water: This Begonia prefers its soil to be kept consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to avoid root rot. It’s important to use well-draining soil, which can be achieved by mixing in perlite or moler clay.
Light: Begonia baik x dracopelta thrives in bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight should be avoided as it can damage the delicate leaves. A location near an east or north-facing window where the plant can receive plenty of filtered light is ideal.
Humidity: High humidity, ideally between 80% and 100%, is crucial for this plant to maintain its vibrant foliage and prevent the leaves from drying out. This makes it an excellent candidate for a terrarium or a very humid indoor environment.
Temperature: The optimal temperature range for this Begonia is between 18°C and 24°C. It should be kept away from cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent stress.
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