{"product_id":"begonia-luxurians-welsh-grown","title":"Begonia luxurians - Welsh Grown","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA truly dramatic foliage plant, \u003ci\u003eBegonia luxurians\u003c\/i\u003e stands out with its elegant, palmate leaves that resemble those of a tropical palm. Each leaf is deeply divided into slender leaflets, with a rich green colour and contrasting red stems. This upright, cane-like begonia brings height and structure to an indoor jungle and adds a lush, architectural feel to bright spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eBegonia luxurians\u003c\/i\u003e (from Latin \u003ci\u003eluxurians\u003c\/i\u003e, meaning “luxuriant” or “abundant” – a nod to its vigorous, lush growth)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFirst described in the 19th century, \u003ci\u003eBegonia luxurians\u003c\/i\u003e belongs to the cane-stemmed group of begonias and is part of a genus with over 1,800 species. It’s native to Brazil and admired for its distinctive foliage and vertical growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePalm Leaf Begonia, Begonia Palmata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. Tolerates a little morning sun, but avoid strong midday rays which can scorch the delicate leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry. Keep the soil lightly moist but never waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter and avoid splashing the foliage or stem base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in moderate to high humidity. Avoid misting directly onto leaves – use a pebble tray or place near a humidifier for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys a free-draining mix – combine compost with perlite, bark, or coir for aeration. Avoid compact soil. Repot every 1–2 years in spring as it grows quickly in the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Pause feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIdeal temperature range is 18–26°C. Sensitive to cold – avoid temperatures below 15°C and protect from draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eToxic if ingested – keep out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAs it matures, this begonia may grow tall and leggy – pinch out the tips in spring to encourage branching and a bushier habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eBegonia luxurians\u003c\/i\u003e can reach over a metre tall indoors with proper care. Stake the stems if they become top-heavy or leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThough grown mainly for its foliage, this begonia can also produce clusters of small, white flowers – a subtle bonus to its tropical leaf display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":44019456475389,"sku":"5850716730961","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30cm","offer_id":55910125306237,"sku":"5795293806471","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/begonia-luxurians-welsh-grown-879232.jpg?v=1690436854","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/begonia-luxurians-welsh-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}