Description:
Begonia conchifolia, native to Central America, is a showy plant with dark green, round leaves marked by a red dot at the petiole. Known for its compact growth habit, this rhizomatous begonia thrives in bright, indirect light and evenly moist soil. It produces white flowers that rise above the foliage and has been used extensively in breeding to create many hybrids. This plant is ideal for indoor settings like terrariums.
Sources:
- [1] Begonia conchifolia: My Green Obsession. Visit Source
- [2] Begonia conchifolia var. rubrimacula: Steve's Leaves. Visit Source
- [3] Begonia conchifolia: My Green Obsession. Visit Source
- [4] Begonia conchifolia var. rubrimacula: Steve's Leaves. Visit Source
- [5] Begonia conchifolia: Wikipedia. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
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My Green Obsession | Begonia conchifolia |
Yes
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$9.95 |
Steve's Leaves | Begonia conchifolia var. rubrimacula |
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$19.99 |