{"product_id":"begonia-colorata-syn-bolsteri","title":"Begonia colorata (syn. bolsteri)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBegonia colorata (syn. bolsteri)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptionally charming species endemic to the Philippines. In 2018, botanists re-examined the species and reassigned it to \u003cstrong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"309\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003esection \u003cem data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"307\"\u003ePetermannia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a group that also includes notable species such as \u003cem data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eB. darthvaderiana\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eB. kapuashuluensis\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eB. amphioxus\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eB. chlorosticta\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"242\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright but indirect light is best. Avoid direct sunlight—it can burn its leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eSoil\/Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a well-draining mix with plenty of organic matter (peat, leaf mold, coco coir) plus drainage helpers like perlite or vermiculite. Good drainage is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Water when the top layer begins to dry out, but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begonia colorata (syn. bolsteri) does very well in high humidity. A terrarium is ideal because it maintains humidity and moisture around the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in warm, stable conditions—avoid cold drafts. Begonias generally like temperatures between about 65-75°F (18-24°C), though specifics may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eFertilizer \/ Repotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot when the plant outgrows its pot or annually. Use fresh soil to refresh nutrients. Fertilize lightly during the growing season if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"3 leaves or more","offer_id":62403554247027,"sku":"Begonia colorata (syn. bolsteri)","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Begoniacolorata_syn.bolsteri_forSale.jpg?v=1766936186","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/begonia-colorata-syn-bolsteri","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}