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Begonia darthvaderiana 'Green Spots' Ø8cm

Begonia darthvaderiana 'Green Spots' Ø8cm

Name: Begonia darthvaderiana /'Green Spots/' Ø8cm
Brand: Plante
SKU: 4000931576595
Price: 180 RON
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180,00 RON

Begonia darthvaderiana 'Green Spots' — rare begonia from Borneo with dark-black leaves with light green spots. Valuable collector's piece.

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Approx height (including pot): 10-15 cm

Diametru Ghiveci: 8 cm

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🌿 Begonia darthvaderiana 'Green Spots' — space-themed begonia

Begonia darthvaderiana is a rare species from Borneo, named after Darth Vader (Star Wars) for its extremely dark, almost black leaves with satin appearance. The 'Green Spots' variant is characterized by dark-black leaves with light green spots, creating a stunning contrast — as if galaxies were on the leaves.

It's one of the most sought-after begonias in the world, an extremely valuable collector's piece. Grows compactly and requires very high humidity.

🌍 Origin

Borneo, Indonesia — humid tropical limestone forests.

🌱 How to care for it

Low-medium indirect light, humidity 80-95%, temperatures 22-28°C. Constantly moist airy substrate. Mandatory in terrarium/humid display.

🌸 Flowering

Small delicate white flowers, rare.

🌿 Safety

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs (calcium oxalates). Keep away from pets.

Greutate (kg): 0.25

Cerințe lumină: Lumina indirectă

Tip plantă: Planta cu frunze

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How do I care for Begonia darthvaderiana ‘Green Spots’?

Provide filtered indirect light, high humidity (70-80%) and temperatures between 18-25°C. Keep the substrate slightly moist but never waterlogged — prefer an airy mix rich in coco fiber and perlite. Ideal for terrariums or rooms with a humidifier.

What light does ‘Green Spots’ need?

Bright indirect light, filtered through a sheer curtain. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the delicate leaves and fades the green spots. Growth is best near a bright east- or north-facing window.

How often should it be watered?

Water when the top 1-2 cm of substrate begins to dry — typically every 5-7 days in summer, less often in winter. Use room-temperature water, ideally rainwater or filtered water. Excellent drainage is essential to prevent rhizome rot.

Is it toxic to pets?

Yes, Begonia is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and other small pets if ingested, due to insoluble calcium oxalate content. It may cause oral irritation and excessive drooling. Keep the plant out of pets’ reach.

How do I propagate it?

Most reliably from rhizome cuttings with at least one attached leaf, placed on damp sphagnum moss in a transparent container (propagator). Under high humidity (90%+) and filtered light, roots emerge in 4-8 weeks. Leaf-vein cuttings also work well.

Why is it called darthvaderiana?

The name was given by botanists who described the species in 2014, inspired by the extremely dark, almost black leaves with satin sheen reminiscent of Darth Vader's iconic Star Wars suit.

How to care for it?

Low-medium indirect light, humidity 80-95% (mandatory!), temperatures 22-28°C, constantly moist airy substrate. Terrarium or humid display case cultivation is essential.

Is it toxic?

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs due to calcium oxalates. Ingestion may cause oral irritation. Keep away from pets and small children.

Can it live outside a terrarium?

Not for long. Begonia darthvaderiana requires constant humidity of 80-95%, hard to achieve in a regular apartment. Terrariums or humid display cases are essential.

How to propagate?

Leaf cuttings with petiole or rhizome division. Place in moist sphagnum moss at very high humidity (95%+) and temperatures 22-26°C. New plants in 8-12 weeks.