Begonia foliosa is a shrub type Begonia species from South America. The leaves are very small and line the arching branches. The tiny flowers are white and are sprinkled throughout the foliage in spring and early summer. This freely branching charmer makes an elegant hanging basket. A common name for this unusual Begonia is “Fern Begonia.” Give this beauty a little extra humidity and keep away from extreme heat.
Care of Begonia foliosa:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 90 degrees, 12 to 18 in. tall, allow getting dry between watering.
Family: Begoniaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding:
Begonia foliosa is a shrub type Begonia species from South America. The leaves are very small and line the arching branches. The tiny flowers are white and are sprinkled throughout the foliage in spring and early summer. This freely branching charmer makes an elegant hanging basket. A common name for this unusual Begonia is “Fern Begonia.” Give this beauty a little extra humidity and keep away from extreme heat.
Care of Begonia foliosa:
Shade to partial shade, temp. 45 to 90 degrees, 12 to 18 in. tall, allow getting dry between watering.
Family: Begoniaceae
This plant is shipped in a 3 - 4 inch pot.
If your local HIGH temperatures are below 55 degrees Fahrenheit you should consider adding: