Begonia Handelii

Begonia Handelii Care

Begonia Handelii Irmsch.

What is the plant

A native of Southern China and Indo-China, this Begonia can grow to over a foot tall, with leaves staying around 4-5″. It is very easy to keep small in the terrarium however, and seems to be a slower growing, albeit not too difficult, species. The stems are a striking red and the white spotting on foliage becomes even more prominent as the plant matures.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Difficulty

Medium

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Begonias have fleshy stems and leaves that hold water for long periods of time, so they don’t need constant watering. Too much water can cause plants to turn brown and rot, so allow them to dry out almost completely between waterings. Try to water the soil around the plant and not the foliage, as wet leaves can encourage powdery mildew.
Pruning
Begonias are fun and easy to propagate. Snip off a cutting and keep it in a jar of water until roots form before transferring it to a pot.
Fertilizer
For potted plants, apply a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser at the time of potting and liquid fertiliser at half-strength every two to three weeks during the growing period. In the garden, it’s advisable to incorporate a general-purpose fertiliser into the soil at planting time.

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Sunlight
As a general rule, begonias favour bright filtered light with no exposure to harsh midday sun. Some species will also tolerate deep shade. They need good ventilation to help prevent fungal diseases and do well planted under trees and shrubs. Some of the cane-stemmed and wax varieties will tolerate full sun.
Soil
In the garden, they require free- draining soil improved with compost. Heavy clay soil that becomes waterlogged is unsuited, as it can cause root and stem rot. In pots, use a light free- draining potting mix containing coco coir, perlite or vermiculite (African violet mix works well).
Temperature
Most varieties grow best in a mild temperature range, between 15°C and 26°C, though tuberous begonias need it a little cooler to perform at their best.

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Additional
Begonias are toxic to pets, according to the ASPCA, though the most toxic portions of the plant are the underground tubers and roots.
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