Begonia amphioxus - Butterfly Cane-Like Begonia
Regular price $350.00Endemic to Sabah, Borneo this plant is very striking with thin light green pointed leaves with red edging and red polkadots. It is a cane-like begonia that grows like a shrub. Its botanical name comes from the words “anthe,” meaning “both” and “axes” suggesting pointy, unusual spear shaped leaves tapered at both ends
Current Pot Size: 100mm
Synonyms: Pink Spotted Begonia, Polka Dot Begonia.
Origin: Borneo
Light: Bright indirect light, Category 3-4 (please see our blog on plant light requirements)
Soil: Indoor mix (please see our blog on soil requirements)
Fertiliser: As directed on your fertiliser of choice. Fortnightly or monthly during the growing season
Watering: Don't over water, they like to dry out between waterings.
Maintenance: This plant requires high humidity to thrive. Prune back foliage during growing season to encourage thicker, more compact growth. Do not allow water droplets to remain on the leaves as it can lead to fungal diseases.
All plants pictured are considered an accurate representation of the plant you will receive. It represents the rough size, colour and condition. These are plants however and due to changes in climatic conditions and plant variation there will be minor differences.
We are now adding in 'Transport risk' in the product description as some plants are more delicate than others and/or find transport stressful. We will rate in terms of Low, Medium or High risk and discuss specifically to the plant in question. If this information is not provided yet please feel free to reach out via email to ask. Please also note that if plants are sent with new leaves that haven't had the chance to harden off they are susceptible to physical damage in transit as the slightest touch can cause it.
Please note that we use 'Bugs for Bugs' regularly as a preventative control measure for pests. These predatory bugs are administered in vermiculite. This vermiculite is sprinkles onto the leaves and sometimes remains.
