• Begonia Rex 'Escargot' is an evergreen, rhizomatous perennial prized for its striking, spiral-shaped foliage that curls around at the base of each leaf, resembling a snail’s shell—hence its name. The leaves display an eye-catching mix of green, silver, and dark chocolate or olive tones, forming a captivating, snail-like pattern. While primarily grown for its ornamental foliage, it also produces small, pale pink flowers that add a delicate touch.
  • Begonia Rex 'Escargot' is an evergreen, rhizomatous perennial prized for its striking, spiral-shaped foliage that curls around at the base of each leaf, resembling a snail’s shell—hence its name. The leaves display an eye-catching mix of green, silver, and dark chocolate or olive tones, forming a captivating, snail-like pattern. While primarily grown for its ornamental foliage, it also produces small, pale pink flowers that add a delicate touch.
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Begonia Rex 'Escargot'

Begonia Rex 'Escargot'

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Begonia Rex 'Escargot' is an evergreen, rhizomatous perennial prized for its striking, spiral-shaped foliage that curls around at the base of each leaf, resembling a snail’s shell—hence its name. The leaves display an eye-catching mix of green, silver, and dark chocolate or olive tones, forming a captivating, snail-like pattern. While primarily grown for its ornamental foliage, it also produces small, pale pink flowers that add a delicate touch. Extremely popular and perfect for pots, containers, or indoor displays, Begonia Rex 'Escargot' pairs beautifully with other foliage or brightly colored shade-loving plants, making it a standout choice for decorative gardening.

Care Tips:

  • Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

  • Watering & substrate: Use a well-draining, airy potting mix (e.g., with perlite or coarse material). Keep the soil slightly moist but never soggy; allow the top layer to dry a bit between waterings.

  • Humidity & temperature: Likes higher humidity (e.g., 60 % or more) and temperatures in the comfortable indoor range (e.g., 18-24 °C / 65-75 °F). Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below about 10 °C.

  • Potting & drainage: Because of its rhizomatous root system, make sure the pot has good drainage and doesn’t stay water-logged.

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