- Attractive Foliage
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Light, Peaty, Well-Draining Moist Soil
- Mature Height 3 feet
The unusual leaf shape and coloring of the Pink Spotted Begonia (Begonia amphioxus) makes it an eye-catching and irresistible houseplant that you will not want to pass up. The lime-green leaves are flecked with cherry-red polka dots and ruffled edges, resembling the wings of an exotic butterfly more than the leaves of a houseplant. Provided a bright location, regular watering, and a bit of humidity, this Begonia wows plant newbies and enthusiasts alike.
Best Locations For Growing Pink Spotted Begonia
Pink Spotted Begonia is not a plant that you will want to hide. Place this striking plant in the bright window of a bedroom or living room, or place among other houseplants to add color and texture. Begonias are toxic plants and should be placed out of reach of children and pets.
Pink Spotted Begonia Sunlight Requirements
Begonias do best when kept in bright, indirect light. Place Pink Spotted Begonia in front of an east- or north-facing window, or slightly away from a west- or south-facing window, protected from harmful direct sun rays. When Begonias are too far from a light source, they will stretch and become leggy, taking away from their full appearance. In too much light, the delicate leaves can become sunburned, losing their color and eventually drying up.
Pink Spotted Begonia Care
Begonias are plants that prefer higher humidity. For best results, place Pink Spotted Begonia on a pebble tray or near a humidifier. Avoid directly misting the leaves of Begonias, however, as they are prone to powdery mildew and other foliar infections. Begonias prefer to be root-bound and should only need to be repotted every couple of years when they run out of room in their pots.
Watering Pink Spotted Begonia
Water Pink Spotted Begonia once the top few inches have dried out, adding water until it flows out the bottom of the pot. Be sure to plant Begonias in peaty, well-draining soils and in a pot with drainage holes to avoid overwatering and root rot. Like many other plants, Begonias will wilt when they are both over- and underwatered. Always feel the soil before watering and avoid wetting the leaves.
Feeding Pink Spotted Begonias
Add a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer to Pink Spotted Begonias once a month through the growing season, in the spring and summer. Always follow directions when diluting fertilizer to avoid overfeeding, which can result in burned leaves and stunted growth. Begonias will not need fertilizer in the winter as they are not actively growing.
Pink Spotted Begonia Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 3 feet |
| Mature Spread: 12-24 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Shade/Description: Pink |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Green Leaf with Red Spots |
| Temperature: 65° - 86°F (18° - 30°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Pink Spotted Begonia |
| Other Name(s): Begonia Amphioxus 'Butterfly' |
| Scientific Name: Begonia amphioxus |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Begonia_Pink.Spotted-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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