Begonia Paleata is a highly prized species among botanical begonia enthusiasts. It is distinguished by its delicate, translucent, and slightly veined foliage, often a very pale to almost silvery green, giving it a soft and luminous appearance. Its generally oval leaves appear almost satiny and capture light in a subtle and refined way.
This variety has a compact and graceful habit. During flowering, it produces small, delicate flowers, often white or pinkish, which add to its natural charm.
Warning! Risk of toxicity if ingested.
- Family: Begoniaceae.
- Origin: Brazil
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Watering:
- Allow the potting soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Soil type: Light, draining and rich.
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Light: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, east or 1 m from a south-facing window.
- Growth: Medium.
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Temperature: Medium.
- Between 18ᵒC and 24ᵒC.
- Never below 15°C.
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, each plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
