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Brazilian Begonia (Begonia hirtella)

Begonia hirtella, the Brazilian Begonia, is a rhizomatous perennial valued for its attractive foliage and delicate flowers, often cultivated as a houseplant.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or sand.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun exposure.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or sand.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Avoid cold drafts and extreme fluctuations.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage, Flowering

Plant Place Type

Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Red

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Begonia albidosetulosa Hassk.
Begonia brasila A.DC.
Begonia ciliata Kunth
Begonia dasypoda Meisn. ex A.DC.
Begonia herteri Irmsch.
Begonia villosa Lindl.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCucurbitales
  • familyBegoniaceae
  • genusBegonia
  • speciesBegonia hirtella
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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