{"product_id":"begonia-escargot-5-pot-pnk","title":"Begonia Escargot Pink - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eBegonia 'Escargot' is a spectacular rex-type begonia famous for its large, spiralling leaves that coil at the base like a snail's shell, banded in silvery-grey, deep green and burgundy with a textured, puckered surface. Grown purely for its dramatic foliage, it forms a bold rosette and makes a stunning statement plant for bright, humid interiors. Its parentage traces to Asian rex begonias. It prefers bright indirect light, warmth and high humidity, with careful watering to avoid rot. Reaching about 30 cm, it is best as an indoor showpiece. Note: like other begonias, it is toxic if ingested, so keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegoniaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid (rex begonia; Asian parentage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-35 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-35 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen; spiralled silver-green-burgundy puckered leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale pink (insignificant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, warm humid indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light for best colour; avoid direct sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep lightly moist; let top 2 cm dry, water at the base.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, airy, well-draining mix with peat\/coco and perlite.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-27 C; keep above 13 C, no cold drafts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh (50-60%+); avoid wetting leaves directly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced liquid feed at half strength monthly when growing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove damaged or mildewed leaves promptly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in spring; shallow pots suit it.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf or rhizome cuttings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowdery mildew, mealybugs; keep airflow, avoid wet leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to cats, dogs and humans if ingested.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; needs humidity but hates soggy\/wet foliage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dramatic ornamental foliage plant and statement piece for bright indoor displays. Best kept out of reach of pets and children due to toxicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India, give bright indirect light and high humidity without wetting the leaves; ensure strong airflow during the monsoon to prevent powdery mildew, and water from the base into a fast-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Begonia Escargot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil lightly moist, watering when the top 2 cm dries. Water at the base, not on the leaves, to avoid mildew and rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright, indirect light brings out the silver and burgundy colours. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the textured leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Begonia Escargot safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, begonias are toxic to cats, dogs and humans if ingested. Keep it out of reach of pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves developing white powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat is powdery mildew, encouraged by stagnant, damp air. Improve airflow, avoid wetting leaves, and remove affected foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropagate from leaf cuttings or rhizome divisions in warm, humid conditions; rex begonias root readily from leaf sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges crisping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrisp edges indicate low humidity or dry soil. Raise humidity around the plant and keep soil lightly, evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may produce small pale-pink flowers, but they are insignificant. It is grown entirely for its dramatic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it outdoors in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly in warm, shaded, humid, well-ventilated spots out of direct sun and rain. It is best as an indoor showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every one to two years in spring, using a shallow pot and fresh, airy, well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I fertilize it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength monthly in the growing season and stop in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256061657334,"sku":"PLT-BEGONIAESCAR-P05-PNK","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/RexBegoniaFireworks-Plant-1.jpg?v=1783920351","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/begonia-escargot-5-pot-pnk","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}