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Begonia pendula (Begonia pendula)

Begonia pendula is a trailing begonia known for its delicate, cascading flowers and attractive foliage, ideal for hanging baskets.

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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 blend with perlite or sand.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-24°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

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

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-24°C.

Avoid temperatures below 13°C.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Cease feeding in autumn and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Hanging, Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Silver, Red

Leaf Type

Asymmetrical

Flower Size

2-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

5000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCucurbitales
  • familyBegoniaceae
  • genusBegonia
  • speciesBegonia pendula
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

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