{"product_id":"begonia-aconitifolia","title":"Begonia aconitifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eBegonia aconitifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a species of flowering plant in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eBegoniaceae\u003c\/strong\u003e family, native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"182\"\u003eBrazil\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially the Atlantic Forest region. It’s a \u003cstrong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"253\"\u003ecane-type (upright)\u003c\/strong\u003e begonia that can reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e tall with an often thickened stem base (caudex) as it matures. Its foliage is \u003cstrong data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"403\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003epalmately lobed\u003c\/strong\u003e, typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"456\"\u003emid-green with silvery-white markings\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the leaves have a distinctive asymmetrical shape. The plant produces panicles of \u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"592\"\u003ewhite (sometimes lightly pink-tinged) flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e during the warmer growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy; water when the top layer begins to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, airy mix rich in organic matter (peat or compost with perlite).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers warm conditions, 18–26 °C (65–79 °F); protect from cold and frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likes moderate to high humidity; use a humidifier or humidity tray if air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eAir circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good airflow helps prevent fungal diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"763\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"763\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"691\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove leggy or old stems to maintain shape and encourage new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"782\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily propagated from stem or leaf cuttings in warm, humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"880\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, and root rot from overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"5 leaves or more","offer_id":62402365391219,"sku":"Begonia aconitifolia","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Begoniaaconitifolia.jpg?v=1766824881","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/begonia-aconitifolia","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}