Begonia hydrocotylifolia
About Begonia hydrocotylifolia
Begonia hydrocotylifolia is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ā and should be less than 3 feet from a window.
Begonia hydrocotylifolia likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Begonia hydrocotylifolia
Begonia
Begoniaceae
Cucurbitales

How to care for Begonia hydrocotylifolia

How often to water your Begonia hydrocotylifolia

every 9
Begonia hydrocotylifolia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Westerville, Ohio.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Westerville, Ohio
77% High

Growing Begonia hydrocotylifolia in Westerville right now
Plant growth potential is currently very high š
May 18th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Westerville is currently very high š. The plant growth potential in your area is currently at its peak! šæ
The availability of high quality sunlā¦
Sunlight will increase by 15.7% āļø
May 23rd, 2022
Westerville is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Westerville is expected to increase by 15.7% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 19.4 megajoules of energy ā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.4 hours š
May 21st, 2022
This month, Westerville is getting an average of 9.4 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 10.5% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 14.7 total hours ofā¦
Finding light for Begonia hydrocotylifolia in your home

a window
Begonia hydrocotylifolia may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Westerville, Ohio āļø.ļø
This is a great time to watch your Begonia hydrocotylifolia thrive šæ!

How to fertilize Begonia hydrocotylifolia

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Begonia hydrocotylifolia after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Begonia hydrocotylifolia
Is this a good time of year to repot? Yes! šŖ“
May 19th, 2022
The growing potential in Westerville is high š.
It's best to repot plants during their active growing periods when they have the energy to re-establish their roots! This is a great time to repot aā¦

Begonia hydrocotylifolia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Begonia hydrocotylifolia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Begonia hydrocotylifolia doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Begonia hydrocotylifolia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Begonia hydrocotylifolia should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Begonia hydrocotylifolia does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!
Native Region
Begonia hydrocotylifolia is native to Tropics and Subtropics worldwide.
Care Summary for Begonia hydrocotylifolia
Begonia hydrocotylifolia
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Westerville, Ohio, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
