Begonia Maculata Spotlight Dark

Begonia Maculata 'Spotlight Dark'

A real statement plant for anyone who loves unusual foliage! The Begonia Maculata 'Spotlight Dark' is a striking variety of Polka Dot Begonia, featuring beautifully shaped, deep green leaves decorated with eye-catching silvery-white spots.

Turn the leaves over and you'll discover gorgeous deep red undersides, creating a fantastic contrast against the spotted upper foliage. Its upright, cane-like stems give it an interesting growth habit, and with the right care it can grow into a beautiful feature plant.

Plant care:

- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to keep its foliage looking its best. Avoid harsh direct sunlight.

- Watering: Allow the top of the compost to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

- Humidity: Enjoys higher humidity but needs good airflow around its leaves.

- Temperature: Prefers warm conditions and dislikes cold draughts.

- Pruning: Pinch back growing tips to encourage a fuller, bushier shape.

- Difficulty: Relatively easy once you get the watering and humidity right.

A little plant fact: Begonia Maculata is often called the Polka Dot Begonia because of the distinctive silver spots across its leaves. Its unusual markings make it one of the most recognisable foliage Begonias.

A gorgeous addition to any plant collection and a fantastic choice for adding a little drama to your indoor jungle!

Please note: Begonias can be harmful if chewed or ingested, so keep away from pets and young children.

* images shown in current pictures are a true representation of what you will receive. However, the colour, leaf shape, variegation, pattern and size will differ from plant to plant, as just like us, plants are all different 😀