Begonia scapigera is an African species native to the country of Cameroon. It has peltate green leaves with a faint shimmer in low light. Leaves are lined with a rusty red margin. This begonia produces clusters of vibrant yellow flowers that are not found often in begonias. B. scapigera requires high humidity so growing in a terrarium or greenhouse is suggested.
Care of Begonis scapigera:
- Bright, indirect light
- 45 to 95 degrees
- Humidity 60% or more- terrarium recommended
- 8 to 10 in. tall
- Water when top two inches of soil are dry
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 scapigera is an African species native to the country of Cameroon. It has peltate green leaves with a faint shimmer in low light. Leaves are lined with a rusty red margin. This begonia produces clusters of vibrant yellow flowers that are not found often in begonias. B. scapigera requires high humidity so growing in a terrarium or greenhouse is suggested.
Care of Begonis scapigera:
- Bright, indirect light
- 45 to 95 degrees
- Humidity 60% or more- terrarium recommended
- 8 to 10 in. tall
- Water when top two inches of soil are dry
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: