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Begonia boliviensis (Begonia boliviensis)

Begonia boliviensis is a tuberous perennial from Bolivia, celebrated for its cascading bright red flowers and attractive foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch the leaves.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly when dormant.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme heat.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the active growing season. Do not fertilize during dormancy.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch the leaves.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly when dormant.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, rich in organic matter.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme heat.

Avoid temperatures below 10°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the active growing season. Do not fertilize during dormancy.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.5 m

Spread

0.4-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Tuberous roots go dormant in winter

Leaf Color

Green, Reddish

Leaf Type

Ovate to lanceolate

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Begonia argentinensis Speg.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCucurbitales
  • familyBegoniaceae
  • genusBegonia
  • speciesBegonia boliviensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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