The plant pictured here is the exact plant being sold

Begonia rex (putzey) is a historically significant begonia, admired for its large, textured leaves and distinctive silvery-green coloration. Native to the Himalayan foothills of Assam, India, this remarkable plant was introduced to cultivation in England during the Victorian era in 1857, reportedly arriving as a stowaway on an imported orchid.

Its broad, asymmetrical leaves feature intricate patterns, contrasting shades of silver and deep green, and beautifully textured surfaces that give the plant an almost metallic appearance. Beyond its ornamental appeal, putzey holds an important place in begonia history as one of the foundational plants contributing to the development of the Rex Cultorum group.

Through generations of hybridization with other Asian begonia species, Begonia rex helped establish the extraordinary diversity of colors, patterns, and foliage forms found in modern Rex begonias.

Care of Begonia rex (putzey):
Shade to partial shade, temp. 50 to 95 degrees, it is about 10 to 12 inches tall. allow getting fairly dry between waterings.

Family: Begoniaceae

This plant is shipped in a 3 - 4 inch pot.