{"product_id":"begonia-maculata-polka-dot-begonia-1","title":"Begonia Maculata ‘Spotlight Green’ (Polka Dot Begonia)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBegonia maculata ‘Spotlight Green’, also known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolka Dot Begonia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is a spectacular variety with elongated, deep green leaves sprinkled with well-defined silver spots. The strong contrast and “artistic” look make the plant a focal point in any bright interior. It is a cane-type begonia (with upright stems), which looks great in a decorative pot, on dressers, or near windows with filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFamily: Begoniaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eType: decorative foliage begonia (cane begonia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLeaves: elongated, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edeep green\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver “polka dot” spots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e; the underside may have warmer tones under certain conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHabit: upright, with sturdy stems; branches more attractively if lightly pinched\/pruned\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlowering: may produce small flowers (usually white-pink) during the season under good conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing and Care Conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e bright indirect light; avoid direct sun (can burn leaves) and low light (causes stretching and less distinct spots)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e moderate; allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings. Overwatering is the main risk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e medium to high; avoid spraying leaves directly if the air is cold (may promote spots)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimal temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 18–26°C; protect from cold drafts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e airy and well-drained (tropical mix with perlite + bark), pot with drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvantages and Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFoliage with strong contrast, a “statement” in any room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCollector’s plant, very photogenic, suitable for modern decor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEasily shaped by pinching for a fuller appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e📌 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The pattern of spots, leaf shade, and density may naturally vary from one specimen to another. After handling and transport, leaves may show minor aesthetic imperfections (fine scratches, slightly pinched edges) without affecting the plant’s viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHeight with pot included approx. 35 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCeramic pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"12\/14 cm pot","offer_id":53596157477190,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 cm pot","offer_id":56474132054342,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/BB0A3BC9-F423-4FF2-8F7B-5C7487309B84.png?v=1777876096","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-it\/products\/begonia-maculata-polka-dot-begonia-1","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}