Rex Begonia 'Red Heart'
Begonia 'Red Heart'
Rex Begonia 'Red Heart'
- Also known as Begonia rex 'Red'
- Pink winter blossoms
- Semi-shady location
- Needs high humidity
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Description
Begonia 'Red Heart', also known as King Begonia 'Red Heart' or Rex Begonia 'Red Heart', is an exquisite ornamental plant characterised by its striking, heart-shaped leaves in deep dark red with a characteristic green centre. This species belongs to the Begoniaceae family and is native to tropical and subtropical regions. In its natural habitat, it enjoys humidity and shade, making it an ideal choice for keeping in terrariums. Begonia 'Red Heart' prefers semi-shady to shady locations with indirect light and requires high humidity, which makes it easier to care for in a terrarium. Its soil should be well-drained to avoid waterlogging, while moderate but regular watering will keep the plant healthy.
In terrariums, Begonia 'Red Heart' not only finds ideal growing conditions, but also becomes a spectacular eye-catcher, especially with its delicate, pink-coloured flowers that appear between December and February. These flowers provide an attractive contrast to the dark red leaves and attract attention. The flower shape and colour, together with the unique leaf texture and colour, make it a particularly attractive choice for terrarium landscaping. In addition, its compact growth habit is ideal for placement in small to medium-sized terrariums, where it can be combined with other plants or used as a stand-alone highlight. Begonia 'Red Heart' is not only appreciated for its beauty, but also for its uncomplicated care and ability to create a microclimate with high humidity, making it an enriching addition to any terrarium collection.
Profile
| Begonia 'Red Heart' | |
| Cultivation Options | As a potted plant for indoors or terrariums |
| Growth Height | Variable height, depending on care and environment |
| Temperature | Prefers warm conditions, 18 - 25 °C |
| Humidity | High humidity preferred |
| Light Requirement | Indirect, bright light; cannot tolerate direct sunlight |
| Watering | Moderate watering, avoid waterlogging |
| Fertilisation | Every 2 weeks with diluted liquid fertiliser during the growing season |
| Propagation | By leaf cuttings or division |
| Suitable for | Moist terrariums with indirect light; ideal for creating a visual impact |
| Special Features | Attractive, feather-like foliage; decorative red berries after the flowering period |
Profile
| Cultivation Options |
| As a potted plant for indoors or terrariums |
| Growth Height |
| Variable height, depending on care and environment |
| Temperature |
| Prefers warm conditions, 18 - 25 °C |
| Humidity |
| High humidity preferred |
| Light Requirement |
| Indirect, bright light; cannot tolerate direct sunlight |
| Watering |
| Moderate watering, avoid waterlogging |
| Fertilisation |
| Every 2 weeks with diluted liquid fertiliser during the growing season |
| Propagation |
| By leaf cuttings or division |
| Suitable for |
| Moist terrariums with indirect light; ideal for creating a visual impact |
| Special Features |
| Attractive, feather-like foliage; decorative red berries after the flowering period |
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