Begonia Sarawak

Begonia sp. Sarawak (also known as Begonia lichenora giant or big form), as the name suggests, comes from Sarawak – Malaysian state of north Borneo, which is abundant in many interesting Begonia species. It is rather small, partially creeping plant, with leaves rarely exceed around 5 cm in diameter, which makes it is a great rare species for terrarium/vivarium or another closed container.

Begonia sp. Sarawak iridescent plant growing conditions:

• Humidity: high (80% or higher)
• Watering: intermediate (do not let the soil dry out, but avoid sogging).
• Soil: acidic with good drainage (Sphagnum moss with perlite and peat or similar)
• Fertilizing: low
• Light: low to intermediate (the best blue colours are achieved under weak light)