This unusual Begonia fibrosa hybrid, named after a blues pianist, is a real must-have in every begonia collection. Firstly, its maple-shaped leaves captivate with their striking leaf pattern with dark green centre, creamy-silvery marbling and purple leaf veins and petioles. On top of that, it produces enchanting little flowers in bright pink. It prefers locations without direct sunlight and can be kept in a terrarium or as a houseplant.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that matches the product photos in size, shape and colouring.
- Delivery: in 8cm pot
- Growth type: upright
- Origin: Myanmar and Thailand
- Other names: Begonia 'Little Brother Montgomery'
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/Light Requirements: Part shade to light, without direct sunlight.
- Substrate: Green plant soil, mineral, ensure good drainage
- Temperature: optimum at 24-30° C
- Watering: water as soon as the upper substrate layers begin to dry, but avoid waterlogging at all costs, ideally water with lukewarm, low-calcium rainwater
- Humidity: needs high humidity, place in terrarium or use humidifier
- Nutrient addition: during the growth phase, fertilise every 4 weeks with organic liquid fertiliser. Fertilise every week with organic liquid fertiliser
- Repot, only when the soil is densely rooted (approx. 1x per year). Be careful not to damage the roots.
