Species Name: Begonia amphioxus

Common name(s): Pink Spotted Begonia 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Narrow leaves with wavy margins and decorated with ruby red spot
• A hard to find species of begonia that prefers warm, humid environments
• A sometimes challenging species recommended for more experienced plant enthusiasts

Recommended Pot Size: Medium

 Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 50-85°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency: Moderate. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate 

Height: 6-10“ 

Origin: Southeast Asia; Borneo 

Regional locality: Lower and mid montane forests  

USDA Hardiness Zone: 8-11

Suggested Animal Terrarium/ Vivarium Use: 

Care Notes: The narrow leaves of this species are delicate and should be handled with care. 

Shipping Notes: As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. 

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 3” pot.