Begonia kuhlmannii is a species from the state of Espirito Santo in southeast Brazil. The succulent leaves and stems are covered with a thick coating of hairs that can be rubbed off, if you are not careful. This species becomes fuller and more bushy by pinching or cutting it back. This begonia needs strong light and likes to get dry between waterings. It has clusters of small white flowers.
Care of Begonia kuhlmannii:
- Bright light will take some sun
- 55 to 95 degrees
- Humidity 40 to 60%
- 12 to 18 inches tall
- Water when top two inches of soil are dry
Family: Begoniaceae
This plant is sold in a 3-4 inch pot.
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Begonia kuhlmannii is a species from the state of Espirito Santo in southeast Brazil. The succulent leaves and stems are covered with a thick coating of hairs that can be rubbed off, if you are not careful. This species becomes fuller and more bushy by pinching or cutting it back. This begonia needs strong light and likes to get dry between waterings. It has clusters of small white flowers.
Care of Begonia kuhlmannii:
- Bright light will take some sun
- 55 to 95 degrees
- Humidity 40 to 60%
- 12 to 18 inches tall
- Water when top two inches of soil are dry
Family: Begoniaceae
This plant is sold in a 3-4 inch pot.