Begonia hydrocotylifolia
TAXONOMÍA
FamiliaBegoniaceae
GéneroBegonia
Zona10
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Begonia hydrocotylifolia, commonly known as the Water Pennywort Begonia, is a member of the Begoniaceae family and the genus Begonia. It is a rhizomatous geophyte native to seasonally dry tropical climates. This plant is known for its unique, round leaves that resemble those of the water pennywort. It thrives in warm, humid environments and has a dormancy period of about two months.
TAMBIÉN CONOCIDO COMO
Begonia
Begonia asarifolia
Begonia hydrocotylifolia var. asarifolia
Fire king begonia
Gireoudia asarifolia
Gireoudia hydrocotylifolia
Pennywort leaf begonia
DESCRIPCIÓN GENERAL
VPDCalcular
AguaHúmedo
SueloFranco
LuzBrillante indirecto (6 Horas)
Temperatura22° C
Humedad60
Inactividad2 Meses
pH6,5
Presión1013
DETALLES
Instrucciones de cuidado
To care for Begonia hydrocotylifolia, provide it with bright, indirect light and maintain moderate temperatures. Keep the humidity levels relatively high and water the plant when the top layer of soil dries out. Avoid letting the soil become completely dry or waterlogged.Suelo
Begonia hydrocotylifolia prefers well-draining loam soil. Ensure the soil mix retains some moisture but also allows excess water to drain away to prevent root rot. A mix of peat, perlite, and compost can work well.Fertilizante
Use a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10. Fertilize the plant every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. Reduce or stop fertilizing during the dormancy period.Trasplante
Repot Begonia hydrocotylifolia every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage. Gently remove the plant from its old pot, shake off excess soil, and place it in the new pot with fresh soil mix.Propagación
Propagate Begonia hydrocotylifolia through rhizome division or leaf cuttings. The best time to propagate is during the growing season. For rhizome division, carefully separate a section of the rhizome with roots and plant it in a new pot. For leaf cuttings, place a healthy leaf in moist soil and keep it in a warm, humid environment until new growth appears.Poda
Prune Begonia hydrocotylifolia to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Remove dead or yellowing leaves and trim back any leggy stems. Pruning is best done during the growing season.Toxicidad
Begonia hydrocotylifolia is toxic to pets and humans if ingested. The plant contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause irritation and swelling in the mouth and throat. Keep the plant out of reach of pets and children.REVOLUCIONE EL CUIDADO DE SUS PLANTAS
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