How to grow Begonias at home

Begonia (Coccinea / Rex) Mastery

25-35 min

Every 1-2 years

Difficulty: Medium

Growth Snapshot

Core care pillars at a glance

Toxic to pets and people

Begonia (Coccinea / Rex) can cause irritation or illness if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Irritant: Soluble calcium oxalates
Severity: mild
Symptoms: If ingested, Kidney failure (in grazing animals), vomiting, and salivation in dogs/cats. The most toxic part is the underground roots. Sap can cause skin irritation.

The Full Picture

Begonias have very fine, hair-like roots and are highly susceptible to 'Stem Rot' in India's humidity; never use a pot that is significantly larger than the root ball as the extra soil stays damp for too long.