Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux



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Begonia rex 'Samba' brightens the usual rex palette with lime-green foliage splashed and edged in burgundy, plus wavy margins that help the leaves feel lively even when the plant is standing still. Because the colour is built on a brighter base, Begonia rex 'Samba' reads more open and energetic than darker red-heavy cultivars.
Its compact clumping habit makes it easy to place on shelves or in grouped pots where warm tones need a lift without adding too much weight. This is a good fit for collectors who want a colourful rex that feels fresh and rhythmic rather than moody or overtly dramatic.
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Water
Water when ~25–40% dry
Substrate
Fine but airy • Moisture-buffered • Balanced • Fine
Temperature
Ideal: 18–24 °C • Avoid below: 13 °C
Humidity
Humid 60–80 % +
Growth habit
rhizomatous begonia
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 30 cm • Max. spread: 40 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Begonia rex
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