Begonia Rachmatii
Original price was: ₹3,490.00.₹1,975.00Current price is: ₹1,975.00.
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Here’s a full Begonia rachmatii 🌿 care guide — a rare, miniature rhizomatous begonia native to Borneo, adored for its delicate pink-veined leaves and compact, shimmering foliage. Perfect for terrariums or humid indoor spaces.
Here’s a full Begonia rachmatii 🌿 care guide:
🌤️ Light
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Needs bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant colors.
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Avoid direct sunlight, which can easily scorch its thin leaves.
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Can adapt to medium light, but variegation and color intensity will fade.
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Best placement: near an east-facing window or under LED grow lights.
🌡️ Temperature
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Prefers warm tropical conditions: 20–28°C.
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Avoid sudden temperature changes or cold drafts.
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Minimum temperature: 15°C — below this, growth slows and leaves may drop.
💧 Watering
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Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
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Water when the top 1–2 cm of soil feels slightly dry.
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Use filtered or rainwater if possible — it’s sensitive to hard tap water.
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Avoid watering on the leaves to prevent fungal spots.
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In winter, water sparingly but don’t let the rhizome dry out completely.
🌫️ Humidity
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Requires very high humidity (70–90%).
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Best grown in a terrarium, glass dome, or covered greenhouse setup.
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If grown in open air, maintain a nearby humidifier or pebble tray.
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Avoid direct misting — Begonia rachmatii’s fine hairs trap moisture, leading to leaf rot.
🌱 Soil
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Needs light, airy, and fast-draining soil with good moisture retention.
Ideal mix:-
40% coco peat or peat moss
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30% perlite or pumice
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20% orchid bark or sphagnum moss
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10% compost or leaf mold
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Avoid compact soils — roots and rhizomes rot easily in stagnant media.
🍽️ Fertilizer
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Feed monthly during the growing season (spring–autumn).
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Use a diluted balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) at ¼ strength.
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Do not fertilize during winter dormancy or when growth slows.
🌿 Growth Habit
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Compact, creeping rhizomatous begonia — stays under 15 cm tall.
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Ideal for terrariums, vivariums, or small pot collections.
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Produces soft pink flowers under good conditions.
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Slow-growing but rewarding with proper humidity and care.
🌸 Propagation
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Propagate from leaf or rhizome cuttings:
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Take a rhizome section with at least one leaf node.
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Place on moist sphagnum moss or perlite, and cover to retain humidity.
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Keep warm and bright until new leaves appear.
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⚠️ Common Problems
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Crisp or curling leaves | Low humidity | Increase humidity (use terrarium or humidifier) |
| Yellow, mushy leaves | Overwatering or poor drainage | Improve aeration, reduce watering |
| Faded colors | Low light | Move to brighter indirect light |
| Mold or fungus | Poor airflow | Ventilate regularly, avoid misting |
🌼 Extra Tips
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Perfect for closed terrariums due to its small size and humidity needs.
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Avoid metal containers — sensitive to mineral buildup.
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Trim old leaves to encourage fresh, compact growth.
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