Begonia 'Pink Spot'

$7.99
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Begonia maculata Pink Spot is a striking cane begonia known for its elongated, wing-shaped leaves decorated with soft pink to silvery spots on deep green foliage, and rich reddish undersides. Its upright, branching growth and delicate clusters of pale pink to white flowers give it a dramatic yet elegant presence, making it a favourite statement plant for bright indoor spaces.

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Medium

Water:

Frequent WateringConsistently Moist But Never Waterlogged

Humidity:

50% – 70%

Pet Friendly:

Toxic To Cats And Dogs (Contains Calcium Oxalates)

Light:

Bright Indirect Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Pink Polka Dot Begonia, Spotted Begonia, Trout Begonia, Angel Wing Begonia

Scientific Name:

Begonia maculata ‘Pink Spot’ (often associated with 'Wightii' hybrids)

Country Of Origin

Brazil (Cultivated hybrid)

Growth Rate:

Fast

Soil Type:

Airy, well-draining potting mix (e.g., a blend of indoor potting soil, perlite, and orchid bark)

Fertilize:

Bi Weekly

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Care Guide

Common Pests

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.

Whiteflies

Whiteflies

What To Look For: Tiny white winged insects that fly up when you disturb the plant. Adults are often found on leaf undersides. Leaves turning yellow, dropping; sticky honeydew; sooty mold may develop.

How To Treat: Use yellow sticky traps near the plant to monitor and reduce adult whiteflies. Spray underside of leaves with insecticidal soap; cover leaf undersides thoroughly. Repeat treatments weekly until no new signs are present.