Name: Begonia rex 'Black Velvet'
Brand: GrowTropicals
SKU: BEGOREXBLACVELV12
Price: 7.99 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

🌿 Plant Care Tips

Unusual, almost black, spiral shaped, velvety leaves with neon green veining are what makes this Begonia particularly attractive. Cultivar of Begonia Rex which is native to India.

Leaf undersides are deep red, contrasting perfectly with its almost black, overall look.
Swirly, frilly leaf shape.
Lets you know when it is thirsty by wilting and bounces back to shape when watered.

Growth pattern: Rhizomatous, clump-forming & bushy

Water: When the top 2-3cm of soil becomes dry. Do not allow water to sit on the leaves.

Ideal Position: North or east facing

Light: Medium, indirect or filtered light.

Recommended Substrate: Simply Houseplant

Humidity disclaimer: This plant will grow well outside of a terrarium or cabinet. However, all tropical plants thrive with higher humidity levels. To achieve this we suggest grouping plants together, or putting them in a bathroom or kitchen which gets regular use.

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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.

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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.

All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C.