Begonia scabrida is a stunning species native to northern Venezuela where it grows on shady, rocky slopes in hills. Although this plant looks like a shrub-like begonia, or even possibly a cane, it is actually classed as a thick-stem. It has mute green, ovate shaped leaves, that are paper thin with a very textured surface. The veining and stems are a bright red creating a stunning contrast. Begonia scabrida produces clusters of pale pink flowers adding a touch of elegance to this plant.

☀️These plants love partial shade outdoors or bright indirect light indoors.

💧Allow your begonias to mostly dry between waterings but not entirely. this will protect the plant from root or rhizome root. if you begin to see your leaves drooping this can be a sign that your plant is thirsty.

〰️This begonia is very happy at ambient humidity leaves however, if you start to notice brown, crisp looking marks on leaf edges are usually caused by the humidity being insufficient. 

🌡️This begonia variety is very happy to be growing at ambient temperatures between 20-35°C. Begonias are easily killed by hard freezes so its better to keep the protected if you live in an area that is affected by frost in cold weather. 

🍴Begonias do well with frequent fertilising with liquid fertiliser given at a weaker strength more frequently. Slow release granules can also be used in potting mix.

✂️Begonias rarely need trimming except to remove injured branches and old flower clusters. Propagation is typically done by rhizome or leaf cuttings but also can be done by seed.

🪴Give them well draining soil - adding about 20% to 30% perlite into your standard premium potting mix will do the trick.

❓Toxic to pets!

(You will receive a bare rooted plant similar to the one seen in the images. Each living plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, colour or shape. Please note that Begonias sometimes won’t posting well, so keep in mind that you may receive a plant with floppy/brown edged leaves. They generally bounce back pretty quickly and will push out fresh leaves once potted up.)