Begonia rex 'Speckles' is a decorative cultivar from the Begonia rex-cultorum group, known for its silvery to lavender leaves marked with irregular pink and green speckling. The foliage is typically broad, asymmetrical, and features a dark central pattern or banding, especially under higher light conditions. Like other rex hybrids, it is derived from species native to subtropical and tropical forests of the eastern Himalayas and southern China, where they grow in moist, shaded environments.
Care Tips:
Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light; colour fades in low light
Water: Water when the surface begins to dry; avoid soggy soil or wet leaves
Humidity: Requires moderate to high humidity; leaf edges may crisp if air is too dry
Media: Loose, well-drained mix with added peat or coir, perlite, and bark
Temperature: Maintain between 16-24°C; protect from sudden chills
Fertiliser: Apply diluted liquid fertiliser every 3-4 weeks during active growth
Repotting: Repot in spring when roots fill the pot or growth slows
Additional Notes:
Known to be toxic
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
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Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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