It is the variety known as "Escargot", it is a hybrid of the Begonia Rex and its peculiarity lies in the spirals that form its leaves that resemble the shell of a snail. Due to its striking foliage, it can be grown in isolation, but it can also be combined with other plants with intensely colored flowers and leaves. The snail begonia is a perennial plant of tropical origin.
Begonia Caracol Care
Begonia Caracol
What is the plant
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Humidity
High
Lighting
Part Sun
Temperature
min 12°C
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water frequently with lime-free water so that the soil is always moist but never puddled.
Fertilizer
Fertilize weekly with non-calcareous mineral fertilizer.
Temperature
Too much water rots the roots off the plants, especially at cool temperatures, e.g. below 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
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