begonia maculata
'mega dot'

No other name for this plant.

Care level

Medium

It has large, dark green leaves marked with large, green-white dots, which are fewer in number compared to other varieties. Its leaf underside is greyed-red with a green edge, and the plant forms a broad, spreading shape with very strong stems.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (15°C - 28°C)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 75% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Large

Upright

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 90 to 180 cm in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The begonia mega dot can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

Created from hybridization.

Patent and right

This plant was created in the Netherlands in 2018 as part of a planned crossing using two Begonia maculata. It was chosen as a unique seedling from this crossing, and its special characteristics have remained consistent through reproduction.
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