{"product_id":"begonia-barsalouxiae","title":"Begonia barsalouxiae – rare botanical begonia with dark green velvety leaves","description":"\u003carticle dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:100%] mx-auto flex-1 w-full max-w-full group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden pb-[40px] relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBegonia barsalouxiae\u003c\/strong\u003e is a botanical begonia species native to \u003cstrong\u003eHonduras\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it grows naturally in humid tropical regions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is especially appreciated for its large, asymmetrical, velvety leaves with a spectacular pattern in shades of \u003cstrong\u003every dark green, olive green, and lighter green along the veins\u003c\/strong\u003e. In some specimens, the foliage may develop bronze tones, while the undersides may display reddish hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Botanical characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBegonia barsalouxiae\u003c\/em\u003e Standl. \u0026amp; L.O.Williams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begoniaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honduras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical, perennial, rhizomatous botanical begonia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge, asymmetrical, rounded-ovate to elliptic leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvety surface, ranging from very dark green to bronze-green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVeins highlighted in lighter green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe undersides of the leaves may display reddish hues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong petioles with a slightly pubescent appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhizomatous growth, compact to slightly trailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers may be white to slightly pink, with a yellow center. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e☀️ Growing conditions and care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers medium to bright, indirect light. Avoid intense direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate and regular; keep the substrate slightly moist, but never waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e airy, loose, and well-draining, while capable of retaining a moderate amount of moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e appreciates high atmospheric humidity, typical of tropical botanical begonias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers stable temperatures of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18-26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e good air circulation is important, especially in high-humidity conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e light to moderate during the active growing period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e avoid allowing the substrate to dry out excessively, but also avoid stagnant water around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Recommended substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cem\u003eBegonia barsalouxiae\u003c\/em\u003e, we recommend a \u003cstrong\u003efine, airy, organic-rich, well-draining substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e that allows consistent moisture to be maintained without saturating the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ What makes it special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eauthentic botanical species, native to Honduras;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003elarge, velvety leaves with a highly contrasting pattern;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003espectacular shades of dark green, bronze-green, and light green;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003einteresting rhizomatous growth;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003edifferent appearance from classic hybrid begonias;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esuitable for collections of botanical begonias and rare tropical plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📌 Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia barsalouxiae\u003c\/em\u003e is a botanical species and may naturally vary in \u003cstrong\u003eleaf shape, color intensity, vein pattern, and the hues on the undersides\u003c\/strong\u003e. Young specimens may have leaves with different shapes and proportions from mature plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a delicate plant, it may have imperfections on its leaves that are natural for the species and are sometimes accentuated by transport. These do not affect the plant's viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eImportant\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eSmall terrarium begonias are sensitive and fragile plants, sold as baby plants. The foliage may arrive with noticeable cosmetic damage after transport, including spotted, bent, partially broken, scorched along the edges, partly dried, or damaged leaves due to rubbing and handling. These aspects are considered normal for this category of plants and do not affect the specimen's viability if the plant has a healthy base. We recommend purchasing these begonias only for people who understand the sensitivity of terrarium plants and can provide high humidity, stable temperatures, and indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote for international orders: These plants are sensitive and they may not arrive in the best condition after a long shipment, especially in the hot summer. If you order them, it is your own responsibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight including pot approximately 10 cm - baby plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"8 cm pot","offer_id":57198751318342,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Begonia_barsalouxiae.png?v=1787688496","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-ee\/products\/begonia-barsalouxiae","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}