{"product_id":"begonia-cleopatrae","title":"Begonia cleopatrae","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"22\"\u003eBegonia cleopatrae\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and highly decorative houseplant, prized for its textured foliage with contrasting patterns. Its velvety leaves in shades of green, brown, and reddish hues add an exotic and refined touch to bright spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"281\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e A species native to the Philippines, where it grows in humid tropical forests, sheltered from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate growth. It forms a small, compact clump of rounded to slightly star-shaped leaves, covered with fine hairs. The foliage displays dark green, chocolate brown marbled patterns, and sometimes reddish reflections on the underside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate flowering. It can produce small pinkish to whitish flowers borne on slender stems above the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright but indirect light. Good light helps maintain rich colors and dense foliage. Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately, keeping the substrate slightly moist, without excess water. It tolerates complete drying out of the potting mix poorly. Space out waterings slightly when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a light and well-draining potting mix for tropical plants. A blend enriched with perlite or coco fiber ensures good root aeration while maintaining consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1503\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic if ingested by humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1503\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-et-substrat-interieur\/products\/terreau-empotage-connaisseur-bio-5l\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePotting soil for houseplants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Serres Lavoie","offers":[{"title":"4.25 inches","offer_id":43232397459517,"sku":"prod","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/BEGONIA_CLEOPATRAE_4_25.jpg?v=1779802544","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/begonia-cleopatrae","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}