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- Showy Foliage
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 5 Feet
Be the envy of your block with this quirky-looking begonia! Also known as the Polka Dot Begonia, its brightly spotted, olive-green leaves stand out in a crowd. This begonia will also reward you with clusters of white flowers with yellow centers in the spring through fall. And more good news—this plant is easy to care for, provided you give it the light, water and humidity it craves.
Best Locations For Growing Maculata Begonia Plant
This plant will do well in any location with bright indirect light. Spice up your living room, bedroom or office desk with this stunner. Just make sure to keep it in a spot that’s out of reach from pets. All species of begonia are toxic to animals.
Maculata Begonia Plant Sunlight Requirements
While your Maculata Begonia can tolerate periods of direct sunlight, it prefers bright indirect light. An east-facing window is perfect for this plant. You can also try placing it a few feet from a south-facing window. Higher light levels will promote more blooms and growth.
Maculata Begonia Plant Care
Polka Dot Plants are from the rainforests of Mexico, Madagascar, South Africa, Central America, and Asia, so it needs a humid environment (45 percent or more is ideal). You can try placing it near a humidifier or near a tray of wet pebbles. A bathroom also provides excellent humidity for tropical plants. This plant does not tolerate cool conditions—keep your home between about 65-86 degrees F to keep your begonia happy.
Watering Maculata Begonia Plant
This plant does not tolerate soggy soil. Let it dry out between waterings, only giving it a drink when the top half inch of soil is dry.
Feeding Maculata Begonia Plant
Feed your Maculata Begonia with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-4 weeks. Only fertilize your begonia during the growing season, from spring-fall.
Maculata Begonia Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: No |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Upright |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 5 feet |
| Mature Spread: 20 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Shade/Description: Cascading White |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red, Silver |
| Foliage Description: Green, Red, and Silver Polka Dots |
| Temperature: 65° - 86°F (18° - 30°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Maculata Begonia |
| Other Name(s): Polka Dot Begonia, Spotted Begonia, Trout Begonia |
| Scientific Name: Begonia maculata |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Begonia_Maculata-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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