Begonia Kingiana

Begonia kingiana is a rare and ornamental species of the Begoniaceae family, native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is a plant particularly prized by collectors for its spectacular foliage , tropical appearance and unique texture. Although it flowers, its ornamental value lies mainly in its attractive leaves and not in its flowers.

🌿 General features

• Plant type: Herbaceous perennial, decorative with leaves

• Habit: Compact, bushy

• Leaves: Large, velvety, dark green to purple, with obvious veins, sometimes pink or silver in the right light

• Flowers: Small, light pink, appear sporadically and are not particularly decorative

☀️ Recommended growing conditions

• Light: Indirect light or partial shade; does not tolerate direct exposure to strong sunlight

• Temperature: Preferably warm all year round; cannot stand cold

• Watering: Regular, but with well-drained soil – does not tolerate excess water; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings

• Humidity: Likes high ambient humidity, but without direct spraying of the leaves

• Substrate: Aerated, light, with peat and perlite or mix for begonias

🔁 Special care

• Avoid watering the leaves – they can stain or rot easily.

• Does not tolerate cold drafts

• It can be fertilized moderately in the warm season (spring-summer) with liquid fertilizer for foliage plants.

Begonia kingiana is a spectacular and precious plant for exotic plant lovers, recommended for those who appreciate the detail of the leaves and are willing to provide it with a stable, humid and protected environment. It is more suitable for growing indoors than outdoors.

The specimens in stock may also have leaves with defects due to handling.
Height with pot included 20 cm