Begonia undulata — an easy houseplant, prefers partial sun light
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Begonia undulata

Begonia Undulata

Updated · 15 observations
ON THIS PLANT

Begonia undulata, the wave leaved begonia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae, native to Rio de Janeiro state of Brazil. One of the more widely cultivated cane begonias, it is typically 1.8 m (6 ft) tall, but can reach 5.5 m (18 ft) if left to its own devices.

A note from PlantMom

Begonia undulata is fairly disease-resistant and generally not prone to illnesses. Still, it can develop leaf spots if light and airflow are inadequate and if it is overwatered. The plant's care level is considered easy, since it only needs regular watering and little else. Begonia undulata is well suited for people who lack the time and energy to give frequent care.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Begonia Undulata.

Light

Begonia undulata occurs naturally in habitats such as forest understories or rocky locations, where it is subject to natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can also tolerate full sun or full shade, demonstrating its versatility and hardiness.

Temperature

Begonia undulata stammt aus tropischen Regionen, in denen das Klima überwiegend warm und feucht ist. Deshalb ist sie an hohe Temperaturen und hohe Luftfeuchtigkeit gewöhnt. Sie mag keine plötzlichen Temperaturwechsel und bevorzugt konstante Temperaturen, weshalb man im Innenbereich starke Schwankungen vermeiden sollte. Kühle Temperaturen verträgt sie normalerweise nicht; für ihr Wachstum benötigt sie eher höhere Temperaturen. Sinkt die Umgebungstemperatur zu stark, kann die Pflanze das Wachstum einstellen oder sogar absterben.

Fertilizer

Die Begonia undulata benötigt am meisten Dünger während ihrer aktiven Wachstumsphase, die hauptsächlich im Frühling, Sommer und im frühen Herbst liegt. Eine Düngung ist erforderlich, um essentielle Nährstoffe bereitzustellen, die im Boden fehlen können, und fördert eine gesunde Wurzel- und Stängelbildung sowie attraktives Blattwerk, das ein zentrales Merkmal dieser Pflanze ist.

Pot & Repot

When repotting Begonia undulata, select a pot 1-2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger that has good drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, making sure the root ball sits slightly below the pot rim. Water thoroughly after repotting and place the plant in a warm area with indirect sunlight.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Begonia
Family
Begoniaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 46 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Summer, Fall, Early winter
Native Area
Brazil
PLATES
Begonia undulata leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Begonia undulata flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Begonia undulata habit
PLATE 03 · habit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

You might also like.