Bégonia chloroneura rooted cutting

🌿 Begonia chloroneura

Family: Begoniaceae
Origin: Philippines

Begonia chloroneura is a rare tropical species native to the humid forests of the Philippines. It is best known for its striking foliage: deep green, velvety leaves with vivid yellow-green veins that almost seem fluorescent. This contrast makes it a true standout in any plant collection and especially suited for terrariums or display under grow lights.

🌱 Key Features:

• Foliage: dark green with bright, fluorescent-like veins; velvety texture

• Growth habit: compact and bushy

• Flowers: pale pink and discreet, mainly grown for its foliage

🪴 Care Instructions:

• Light: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun

• Watering: keep soil slightly moist, allow top layer to dry between waterings

• Humidity: high humidity required (60–80%) – ideal for terrariums or domes

• Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F); avoid cold and drafts

• Soil: well-draining mix (light potting soil with perlite, sphagnum moss, coco fiber)

🌿 Perfect For:

• Rare plant collectors

• High-humidity terrariums or grow cabinets

• Eye-catching tropical displays