Polka Dot Begonia
Native to Brazil, the begonia maculata grows on a cane-like stem with long emerald green leaves and a smattering of silver spots. The back of the leaf is red, and the plant flowers with dense clusters of white blooms. It almost has a cartoonish aesthetic, making it the star of any space. "As this plant thrives in humidity, it's considered high-maintenance. However, with great care, this plant will reward you with stunning leaves," says Carrie Waggoner of Flowers for Dreams. "It can sometimes be hard to find, as it's not available all year. Keep your eye out at home improvement stores, and if you see it in a shop, snap it up!"
🌱 Plant Facts
Care Guide
- Watering:
- Allow to dry completely, then soak; don't mist.
- Light:
- medium
- Soil:
- Light potting soil or sandy loam
- Fertilizer:
- None
- Difficulty:
- medium
🔮 What this plant says about you: Main Character Syndrome
View full readingYou think you are Miley Cyrus in her wrecking ball era, but in reality you’re more like a background extra in a deodorant commercial. You dramatically wilt the second someone forgets to compliment you. Every minor inconvenience is a personal attack and you make sure the whole household knows it. A diva? Yes. Self-aware? Absolutely not.
Personality traits this plant exposes:
- Believes the sun revolves around them (literally)
- Needs constant attention or will fake faint
- Loud in vibe, fragile in reality