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 — or Begonia 'African Jungle'

Rex Begonia — is an upright rex begonia with deeply serrated

Rex Begonia — asymmetrical leaves in dark green

Rex Begonia — accented by red stems and veining

Rex Begonia — It matures to 8-14 inches tall and forms a compact clump

Rex Begonia — Grow in low to medium indirect light, average moisture, well-drained potting mix, and moderate humidity

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 — or Begonia 'African Jungle'

Rex Begonia — is an upright rex begonia with deeply serrated

Rex Begonia — asymmetrical leaves in dark green

Rex Begonia — accented by red stems and veining

Rex Begonia — It matures to 8-14 inches tall and forms a compact clump

Rex Begonia — Grow in low to medium indirect light, average moisture, well-drained potting mix, and moderate humidity

Rex Begonia — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11

Rex Begonia — The Begonia 'African Jungle'

Rex Begonia — commonly referred to as African Jungle Rex Begonia

Rex Begonia — is a vivid foliage houseplant from the Proven Winners® collection

Rex Begonia — prized for its richly patterned

Rex Begonia — rainforest-inspired leaves

Rex Begonia — Each asymmetrical leaf is deeply serrated and beautifully layered with plum-to-purple centers

Rex Begonia — shimmering silver and lavender flashes

Rex Begonia — and dark green margins edged with more purple

Rex Begonia — Red stems and colorful under-veining add depth and a subtle glow

Rex Begonia — typically reaching 8 to 14 inches tall with a similarly refined presence in containers

Rex Begonia — it is best enjoyed indoors in most climates

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