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Rex Begonia

Begonia

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Overview

African Jungle Rex Begonia, or Begonia 'African Jungle', is an upright rex begonia with deeply serrated, asymmetrical leaves in dark green, plum-purple, silver, and lavender, accented by red stems and veining. It matures to 8-14 inches tall and forms a compact clump. Grow in low to medium indirect light, average moisture, well-drained potting mix, and moderate humidity. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Medium
Rex Begonia — African Jungle Rex Begonia
Rex Begonia — typically reaching 8 to 14 inches tall with a similarly refined presence in containersRex Begonia — It matures to 8-14 inches tall and forms a compact clumpRex Begonia — or Begonia 'African Jungle'Rex Begonia — and dark green margins edged with more purpleRex Begonia — commonly referred to as African Jungle Rex BegoniaRex Begonia — Grow in low to medium indirect light, average moisture, well-drained potting mix, and moderate humidity+12

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
0.6666667–1.1666666 Ft.

Classification

Family
Begoniaceae

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Rex Begonia — African Jungle Rex Begonia
Rex Begonia — typically reaching 8 to 14 inches tall with a similarly refined presence in containers
Rex Begonia — It matures to 8-14 inches tall and forms a compact clump
Rex Begonia — or Begonia 'African Jungle'
Rex Begonia — and dark green margins edged with more purple
Rex Begonia — commonly referred to as African Jungle Rex Begonia
Rex Begonia — Grow in low to medium indirect light, average moisture, well-drained potting mix, and moderate humidity
Rex Begonia — it is best enjoyed indoors in most climates
Rex Begonia — Each asymmetrical leaf is deeply serrated and beautifully layered with plum-to-purple centers
Rex Begonia — prized for its richly patterned
Rex Begonia — rainforest-inspired leaves
Rex Begonia — is an upright rex begonia with deeply serrated
Rex Begonia — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11
Rex Begonia — Red stems and colorful under-veining add depth and a subtle glow
Rex Begonia — The Begonia 'African Jungle'
Rex Begonia — shimmering silver and lavender flashes
Rex Begonia — is a vivid foliage houseplant from the Proven Winners® collection
Rex Begonia — asymmetrical leaves in dark green
Rex Begonia — accented by red stems and veining

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

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