Plant Care Cane Begonia

Cane Begonia

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About Cane Begonia

There are over 2,000 species of Begonia, and horticulturalists have created even more varities by cultivating all sorts of shapes and colors! They're native to tropical regions around the world, but are now found in homes in cold climates as well. Their taxonomy is far more complex than other plants, with species belonging to different cultivar groups. They contain oxalic acid, so be sure to keep them out of reach in homes with pets or children! āš ļø

Taxonomy

Begonia 'Benigo Pink'
Begonia
Begoniaceae
Cucurbitales

Also known as

Begonia 'Benigo Pink', Begonia 'Benigo Pink' and Begonia benigo

How to care for Cane Begonia

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Cane Begonia

Water needs for Cane Begonia
0.5 cups
every 9

Cane Begonia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Cane Begonia

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Begonia 'Benigo Pink' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cane Begonia: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Cane Begonia may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cane Begonia in your home šŸ”.

šŸŖ“ Nutrients

How to fertilize Cane Begonia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cane Begonia: repot after 2X growth

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 itā€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cane Begonia after it doubles in size or once a yearā€”whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Cane Begonia 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.

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ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Cane Begonia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves šŸƒ 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 šŸ”.

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šŸ¶ šŸˆ šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Cane Begonia is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

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šŸ’Ø Humidity

Cane Begonia doesnā€™t 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.

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šŸŖ“ Soil

Cane Begonia 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!

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šŸ’© Fertilizer

Cane Begonia 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 itā€™s refreshed yearly, you shouldnā€™t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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ā„ļø Dormancy

Cane Begonia 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!


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Cane Begonia is native to Tropics and Subtropics worldwide.


šŸŒ¦ļø Growing Outdoors
šŸ‚ Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves arenā€™t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plantā€™s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, itā€™s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Cane Begonia, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


šŸ§ Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Cane Begonia

Cane Begonia

Cane Begonia


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Cane Begonia has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 1
Cane Begonia has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 1
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This is my highest performer by far. Less than a foot away from a west facing window and gets filtered direct sun for most of the day. About a foot away from a humidifier. Iā€™ve had this for maybe 6 months and Iā€™ve chopped it several times because it likes to spread out. Very rewarding plant. Cuttings root easily in water.

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