WA Restricted - Cannot be shipped to Western Australia.
Begonia 'African Jungle' is a bold rex-type begonia with jagged leaves patterned in deep green, silver, and soft pink tones. The irregular speckling and starburst markings give it a striking, jungle-like appearance, making it an excellent feature foliage plant for indoor bright shade.
Key Characteristics
Foliage: Green leaves with silver speckling and soft pink central shading.
Leaf Shape: Jagged, star-like rex begonia form.
Growth Habit: Compact mounding growth.
Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; strongest growth in warmer months.
Flowers: Small pink blooms may appear through the year.
Care
Light: Bright, filtered light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the top layer to dry slightly before watering.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Avoid wetting the leaves directly.
Temperature: Warm indoor conditions (18-28°C). Protect from cold drafts.
Media: Free-draining mix with perlite or fine bark.
Feeding: Light liquid feeding during the spring-summer growing season.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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